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An auto burglary suspect was injured after being shot by a police officer near Oracle Park Friday afternoon.

Plainclothes officers investigating an auto burglary suspect were near the corner of Varney Place and 3rd Street around 12:48 p.m. when they witnessed a vehicle believed to be involved in the crimes. 

Officers approached the vehicle and found three people inside, all suspected of being involved in the burglaries. 

According to a press briefing by Officer Robert Rueca of the SFPD, during the encounter, an officer-involved shooting occurred. 

At least one suspect, described as an adult man, was struck by gunfire while the remaining two suspects fled in their vehicle. 

Officers rendered aid to the man while medics arrived. He was taken to an area hospital with injuries not considered life-threatening. 

Reuca could not confirm to the press that any weapons were used by the suspects, and could not provide further information about what actions led up to the shooting. 

No officers were reported to be injured. 

Several agencies are involved in an ongoing investigation of the use of force by police including Internal Affairs and the Independent Investigations Bureau.  

Auto Burglary Suspect Shot by Police Near Oracle Park

Police are responding to a report of shots fired.

Police officers are shutting down traffic in the area.

Police officers reportedly shot someone in the hand.

Police officers are setting up a crime scene.

Police are expected to brief the media at 3:15 p.m.

The suspect sustained injuries not believed to be life-threatening.