Overview
- Two Indianapolis Metropolitan Police officers were struck by gunfire as they approached a house to serve a narcotics warrant on the west side of the city, police said, with the shooting occurring around 2:30 p.m. on Friday.
- Both wounded officers were taken to hospitals and were described by IMPD as in stable condition on Friday afternoon.
- The suspect fired at officers, sustained a gunshot wound, surrendered to authorities and was transported to a hospital before being taken into custody.
- IMPD initially declared the area an active scene and ordered nearby residents to shelter in place, then later said there was no longer a threat but warned of a heavy police presence and urged drivers to avoid the area.
- Investigators continue to process the scene and interview witnesses, and the incident adds to local concern about gun violence during police operations after several separate shootings in Indianapolis in recent weeks.