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A police officer was hospitalized following a shooting in southeast Memphis Saturday afternoon, officials said. 

At around 1:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a domestic incident in the 5900 block of Hickory Hill Square. 

After arrival, officers attempted to detain a man at the scene. However, the suspect got control of a firearm and shot an officer. 

According to the MPD, the officer was taken to an area hospital where he was listed in critical condition. 

The suspect is in custody and awaiting charges. 

Detectives are investigating. 

Police Officer Shot, Suspect Detained

Incident reported at 5993 Hickory Hill Sq.

Police are responding to an unconfirmed report of a person brandishing gun.

Dispatch has received a report from an officer on the scene that an officer was shot. The suspect has been detained.

Police advise that they have blocked traffic in the area.

Police report an ambulance has arrived at the scene.

According to a tweet from Memphis Police Department, At 1:45 pm, MPD officers responded to an armed party domestic call. While officers were attempting to detain the suspect he reportedly fired a shot and struck an officer. The officer was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

The suspect was taken into custody without injury. No additional information is available at this point. This investigation is ongoing.