Crime
Video shows man killed in officers-involved shooting in Allen Park
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (Wayne County) — An officer-involved shooting occurred Sunday afternoon near 14800 Southfield Road, in the area of Southfield Road and Dix Highway, close to a 7 Brew Coffee location, according to local authorities.
Police responded to reports of an armed individual in the area.
Upon arrival, officers encountered an adult male who was reportedly armed with a box cutter.
Video from the scene shows officers repeatedly attempting to de-escalate the situation and instructing the individual to drop the weapon.
Authorities say the man continued to advance toward officers while holding the blade, despite verbal commands to disarm.
At that point, officers discharged their firearms, striking the individual multiple times.
Initial reports indicate the man was shot four times and was taken into custody at the scene.
The suspect was transported for medical treatment.
His current condition has not been released.
Police confirmed that no officers were injured during the incident.
The scene was secured as investigators began processing evidence.
As with all officer-involved shootings, the incident remains under active investigation, and additional details will be released as they become available.
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon on the city’s north side following a reported stabbing.
Officers were dispatched shortly before 4 p.m. to the 1900 block of Carpenter Avenue after receiving a report that a security officer had been stabbed at 1914 Carpenter Ave., according to a department news release.
The address is home to the Polk County Life Services Center and Broadlawns Behavioral Health Urgent Care.
Upon arrival, officers encountered an individual believed to be responsible for the stabbing.
During that encounter, at least one officer discharged their firearm, striking the suspect.
Authorities have not yet released specific details regarding what led to the use of force.
Emergency medical personnel responded to the scene and transported both the injured security officer and the suspect to local hospitals.
Police stated that both individuals are currently listed in critical condition.
It remains unclear whether any officers were injured during the incident.
Officials emphasized that the information released thus far is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation progresses.
The area surrounding Carpenter Avenue is expected to have an increased police presence while investigators process the scene and gather evidence.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.