Overview

• Haltom City officers responded around 12:40 a.m. to the 5500 block of Buster Drive after a disconnected 911 call requesting assistance at the Heritage Apartments.
• During the encounter at least one officer discharged a weapon, though the department has not detailed what prompted the shooting.
• The individual was given medical aid at the scene but succumbed to injuries; formal identification is pending with the Tarrant County Medical Examiner.
• No officers were hurt and law enforcement has declared there is no danger to the public.
• Haltom City Police Department pledged a transparent investigation and any officers who fired will be placed on administrative leave while the Texas Rangers conduct an inquiry.