Crime
Officer injured in accidental shooting at Norfolk Police Department
An incident occurred at the Police Operations Center located at 3661 E. Virginia Blvd in Norfolk, Virginia, where an officer sustained an accidental gunshot wound.
According to initial reports, the officer is conscious and alert, and emergency medical services (EMS) have been requested to provide medical assistance at the scene.
The circumstances surrounding the accidental discharge are under investigation. Authorities have not released additional details at this time.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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.