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Suspect in Flagstaff Shooting in Custody as DPS Helicopter Crashes Near Scene

Officials have not released the condition of those on the DPS helicopter that crashed near the Railroad Springs response.

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Phoenix Police officers secure a scene of a shooting in Phoenix, Ariz., Sunday, March 29, 2020. At least three Phoenix police officers were shot Sunday night on the city's north side, authorities said. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
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Overview

  • Flagstaff Police ordered residents to avoid the neighborhood north of W Route 66 between S Thompson Street and N Mark Lane and to shelter in place.
  • Investigators said no officers were injured during the shooting and confirmed the suspect was taken into custody.
  • Investigators confirmed an Arizona Department of Public Safety helicopter crashed near the operation, with no details yet on the occupants’ condition.
  • Eyewitness Amanda Brewer reported multiple bursts of gunfire beginning around 8:40 p.m., the sound of rotor blades overhead, a violent crash, and a subsequent fire.
  • Scanner reports and local updates described the suspect firing from a roof and a large multi-agency response that included drones, helicopters, and SWAT.