Crime
Authorities Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting Involving U.S. Marshals in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, OH — Authorities in Cleveland are investigating an officer-involved shooting that reportedly occurred on Wednesday and involved members of the U.S. Marshals Service.
According to initial emergency communications, one officer has been shot and is being transported to University Hospitals by a police cruiser.
The officer’s condition has not yet been released.
Preliminary reports indicate that the suspect remains on the scene and is believed to be armed, prompting a large law enforcement response and active perimeter containment in the area.
Multiple agencies, including the Cleveland Division of Police and the U.S. Marshals Service, are currently responding and coordinating efforts to secure the scene and ensure public safety.
Residents are urged to avoid the area and follow instructions from law enforcement as the situation remains active and developing.
Further details, including the officer’s condition and the circumstances leading up to the shooting, will be released once confirmed by officials.
SAN ANTONIO, TX — Two San Antonio police officers were shot during an incident on the city’s West Side Wednesday morning, according to Police Chief William McManus. The suspected gunman is also reported to be down.
The shooting occurred shortly after 8:30 a.m. in the 6800 block of U.S. Highway 90 westbound, near Military Drive, in the parking area of the Travelodge Motel.
Multiple emergency medical units were dispatched to the scene following reports of officers injured by gunfire.
When officers responded to the location, an exchange of gunfire ensued, resulting in both officers being struck.
The suspect was also shot during the confrontation.
The conditions of the officers have not yet been released, and it remains unclear how severe their injuries are.
The access road along U.S. Highway 90 westbound has been closed as police secure the area and conduct a full investigation.
A large law enforcement presence, including tactical and crime scene units, remains on site.
Chief McManus confirmed that additional details will be provided during a scheduled press briefing later today, as investigators work to determine the events leading up to the shooting and whether any additional suspects were involved.
Residents are urged to avoid the area as the investigation remains active.