Crime
Buckeye Police Investigate Apparent Domestic Violence Shooting Involving Former Couple
At approximately 10:45 a.m. today, Buckeye Police responded to reports of a shooting in a residential neighborhood near McDowell Road and Sienna Hills Parkway.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a harrowing scene involving two young adults.
A woman in her early 20s was found lying in the doorway of a home, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to her back.
Nearby, a man, also in his early 20s, was found on the ground in front of the house with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
Officers immediately began performing life-saving measures on both individuals.
The woman was transported to a nearby hospital with serious injuries, while the man was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Preliminary investigations indicate that this incident stemmed from a domestic violence situation involving the two individuals, who were reportedly former romantic partners.
The Buckeye Police Department has stated that the investigation is ongoing as they work to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
No further details have been released at this time.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.