Charlotte shooting: 'Numerous' law enforcement officers wounded in shootout, suspect dead
Charlotte police say that one suspect was killed in the shoot-out involving multiple officers
By Andrea Vacchiano , Audrey Conklin Fox News
Published April 29, 2024 2:44pm EDT | Updated April 29, 2024 5:19pm EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Multiple police officers were struck by gunfire during a U.S. Marshals Task Force investigation in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Monday afternoon, according to police.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department reported that "numerous" officers were shot at the scene in the 5000 block of Galway Drive, which is in the Shannon Park neighborhood. One shooting suspect was found dead, and authorities are currently determining if multiple gunmen were involved.
"At least one shooting suspect was located deceased at the residence after clearing the scene," police wrote on X. "CMPD is questioning two other occupants of the home."
The shooting began when the U.S. Marshals Task Force attempted to serve a warrant, police said. The U.S. Marshals Task Force was then "engaged by active gunfire from a subject," according to authorities.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department reported that multiple cops were shot on Monday afternoon. (Citizen App)
All officers who were injured were transported to hospitals. At 2:23 p.m., police confirmed that a SWAT team was on the scene and urged residents to stay inside their homes.
"Avoid the area," the police department said. "Many roads are closed for faster ambulance transport. Please cooperate with authorities."
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