Nine People Critically Injured in Shooting, Suspect Shot by Police
280 E Congress St
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Summary
- A shooting in downtown Tucson's entertainment district early Sunday morning left nine adults critically injured and a suspect in police custody.
- The incident occurred at approximately 2 a.m. in the 100 block of East Congress Street, a popular area lined with bars and restaurants, as large crowds were out for the night.
- Officers on foot patrol heard gunfire and responded on foot. They encountered a male suspect fleeing the scene and, after giving repeated commands, one officer discharged his weapon and struck the suspect.
- The suspect was transported to a hospital in life-threatening condition.
- All nine victims sustained gunshot wounds primarily to their extremities and were transported to area hospitals. No officers were injured.
- The Pima County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation due to the officer-involved shooting.
- Investigators are looking into whether the shooting stemmed from an earlier confrontation between two groups.
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The Pima County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation due to the officer-involved shooting.
Mayor Regina Romero said in a statement: "A shooter recklessly began shooting in a crowded area, striking nine people before being stopped by a Tucson Police Officer. Thanks to the quick actions and excellent care provided by our firefighters and police officers, all victims were stabilized."
Tucson Police sources told KGUN investigators are looking into whether the shooting stemmed from an earlier confrontation between two groups.
The suspect was also hospitalized in life-threatening condition. No officers were injured.
Nine adults were critically injured with gunshot wounds primarily to their extremities, according to TPD spokesperson Officer Frank Magos. All nine were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
Officers assigned to foot patrol heard gunfire and immediately ran toward the scene. Upon encountering a male suspect fleeing, an officer gave repeated commands before discharging his weapon and striking the suspect.
The shooting occurred around 2 a.m. Sunday in the 100 block of East Congress Street in downtown Tucson's entertainment district — one block from the James A. Walsh Federal Courthouse.
Per 14 News, several victims are reported to be in critical condition at a local hospital.
The suspect has been taken to a local hospital while in custody for treatment.
An update from authorities has confirmed officers responding to the gunfire engaged a suspect, who was shot during the encounter.
Social media users have reported a possible suspect shot by police; this is unconfirmed.
It is unclear if police have taken a suspect into custody.
The conditions of the victims have not been provided.
Police stated a total of eight victims were transported to a local hospital after an outbreak of gunfire.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 280 E Congress St.
A Citizen user shows a large first responder presence with a helicopter overhead. The user reports hearing gunshots, and officials are shutting down nearby roadways as the investigation continues.
Police continue to monitor and manage the crowd near the busy intersection at night.
Emergency vehicles and helicopter are actively responding to the situation at the busy intersection.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Police are responding to the gathering near the busy intersection at night.
Incident reported at 33 S 5th Ave.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation due to the officer-involved shooting.
Mayor Regina Romero said in a statement: "A shooter recklessly began shooting in a crowded area, striking nine people before being stopped by a Tucson Police Officer. Thanks to the quick actions and excellent care provided by our firefighters and police officers, all victims were stabilized."
Tucson Police sources told KGUN investigators are looking into whether the shooting stemmed from an earlier confrontation between two groups.
The suspect was also hospitalized in life-threatening condition. No officers were injured.
Nine adults were critically injured with gunshot wounds primarily to their extremities, according to TPD spokesperson Officer Frank Magos. All nine were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
Officers assigned to foot patrol heard gunfire and immediately ran toward the scene. Upon encountering a male suspect fleeing, an officer gave repeated commands before discharging his weapon and striking the suspect.
The shooting occurred around 2 a.m. Sunday in the 100 block of East Congress Street in downtown Tucson's entertainment district — one block from the James A. Walsh Federal Courthouse.
Per 14 News, several victims are reported to be in critical condition at a local hospital.
The suspect has been taken to a local hospital while in custody for treatment.
An update from authorities has confirmed officers responding to the gunfire engaged a suspect, who was shot during the encounter.
Social media users have reported a possible suspect shot by police; this is unconfirmed.
It is unclear if police have taken a suspect into custody.
The conditions of the victims have not been provided.
Police stated a total of eight victims were transported to a local hospital after an outbreak of gunfire.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 280 E Congress St.
A Citizen user shows a large first responder presence with a helicopter overhead. The user reports hearing gunshots, and officials are shutting down nearby roadways as the investigation continues.
Police continue to monitor and manage the crowd near the busy intersection at night.
Emergency vehicles and helicopter are actively responding to the situation at the busy intersection.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Police are responding to the gathering near the busy intersection at night.
Incident reported at 33 S 5th Ave.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation due to the officer-involved shooting.
Mayor Regina Romero said in a statement: "A shooter recklessly began shooting in a crowded area, striking nine people before being stopped by a Tucson Police Officer. Thanks to the quick actions and excellent care provided by our firefighters and police officers, all victims were stabilized."
Tucson Police sources told KGUN investigators are looking into whether the shooting stemmed from an earlier confrontation between two groups.
The suspect was also hospitalized in life-threatening condition. No officers were injured.
Nine adults were critically injured with gunshot wounds primarily to their extremities, according to TPD spokesperson Officer Frank Magos. All nine were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
Officers assigned to foot patrol heard gunfire and immediately ran toward the scene. Upon encountering a male suspect fleeing, an officer gave repeated commands before discharging his weapon and striking the suspect.
The shooting occurred around 2 a.m. Sunday in the 100 block of East Congress Street in downtown Tucson's entertainment district — one block from the James A. Walsh Federal Courthouse.
Per 14 News, several victims are reported to be in critical condition at a local hospital.
The suspect has been taken to a local hospital while in custody for treatment.
An update from authorities has confirmed officers responding to the gunfire engaged a suspect, who was shot during the encounter.
Social media users have reported a possible suspect shot by police; this is unconfirmed.
It is unclear if police have taken a suspect into custody.
The conditions of the victims have not been provided.
Police stated a total of eight victims were transported to a local hospital after an outbreak of gunfire.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 280 E Congress St.
A Citizen user shows a large first responder presence with a helicopter overhead. The user reports hearing gunshots, and officials are shutting down nearby roadways as the investigation continues.
Police continue to monitor and manage the crowd near the busy intersection at night.
Emergency vehicles and helicopter are actively responding to the situation at the busy intersection.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Police are responding to the gathering near the busy intersection at night.
Incident reported at 33 S 5th Ave.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation due to the officer-involved shooting.
Mayor Regina Romero said in a statement: "A shooter recklessly began shooting in a crowded area, striking nine people before being stopped by a Tucson Police Officer. Thanks to the quick actions and excellent care provided by our firefighters and police officers, all victims were stabilized."
Tucson Police sources told KGUN investigators are looking into whether the shooting stemmed from an earlier confrontation between two groups.
The suspect was also hospitalized in life-threatening condition. No officers were injured.
Nine adults were critically injured with gunshot wounds primarily to their extremities, according to TPD spokesperson Officer Frank Magos. All nine were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
Officers assigned to foot patrol heard gunfire and immediately ran toward the scene. Upon encountering a male suspect fleeing, an officer gave repeated commands before discharging his weapon and striking the suspect.
The shooting occurred around 2 a.m. Sunday in the 100 block of East Congress Street in downtown Tucson's entertainment district — one block from the James A. Walsh Federal Courthouse.
Per 14 News, several victims are reported to be in critical condition at a local hospital.
The suspect has been taken to a local hospital while in custody for treatment.
An update from authorities has confirmed officers responding to the gunfire engaged a suspect, who was shot during the encounter.
Social media users have reported a possible suspect shot by police; this is unconfirmed.
It is unclear if police have taken a suspect into custody.
The conditions of the victims have not been provided.
Police stated a total of eight victims were transported to a local hospital after an outbreak of gunfire.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 280 E Congress St.
A Citizen user shows a large first responder presence with a helicopter overhead. The user reports hearing gunshots, and officials are shutting down nearby roadways as the investigation continues.
Police continue to monitor and manage the crowd near the busy intersection at night.
Emergency vehicles and helicopter are actively responding to the situation at the busy intersection.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Police are responding to the gathering near the busy intersection at night.
Incident reported at 33 S 5th Ave.
The Pima County Sheriff's Department is leading the investigation due to the officer-involved shooting.
Mayor Regina Romero said in a statement: "A shooter recklessly began shooting in a crowded area, striking nine people before being stopped by a Tucson Police Officer. Thanks to the quick actions and excellent care provided by our firefighters and police officers, all victims were stabilized."
Tucson Police sources told KGUN investigators are looking into whether the shooting stemmed from an earlier confrontation between two groups.
The suspect was also hospitalized in life-threatening condition. No officers were injured.
Nine adults were critically injured with gunshot wounds primarily to their extremities, according to TPD spokesperson Officer Frank Magos. All nine were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
Officers assigned to foot patrol heard gunfire and immediately ran toward the scene. Upon encountering a male suspect fleeing, an officer gave repeated commands before discharging his weapon and striking the suspect.
The shooting occurred around 2 a.m. Sunday in the 100 block of East Congress Street in downtown Tucson's entertainment district — one block from the James A. Walsh Federal Courthouse.
Per 14 News, several victims are reported to be in critical condition at a local hospital.
The suspect has been taken to a local hospital while in custody for treatment.
An update from authorities has confirmed officers responding to the gunfire engaged a suspect, who was shot during the encounter.
Social media users have reported a possible suspect shot by police; this is unconfirmed.
It is unclear if police have taken a suspect into custody.
The conditions of the victims have not been provided.
Police stated a total of eight victims were transported to a local hospital after an outbreak of gunfire.
The address reported for this incident has changed to 280 E Congress St.
A Citizen user shows a large first responder presence with a helicopter overhead. The user reports hearing gunshots, and officials are shutting down nearby roadways as the investigation continues.
Police continue to monitor and manage the crowd near the busy intersection at night.
Emergency vehicles and helicopter are actively responding to the situation at the busy intersection.
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Police are responding to the gathering near the busy intersection at night.
Incident reported at 33 S 5th Ave.
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“Nighttime gathering at a busy intersection.”
@LALifer sounds like a car take over to me.
Idk why people sre so Evil & Heartless. How were you raised w/o morals. Prayers that US gets back on track. 🙏🏻
@StatenIslandUser414225007 It’s the people that raised them that cause them to become like that, abusive or absent fathers, narcissists or neglecting mothers, etc. May God Heal our hearts
Gang related probably
Usually is
Nighttime gathering at an intersection?
Right. My thoughts exactly. Like huh?
“Nighttime gathering at a busy intersection.”
@LALifer sounds like a car take over to me.
Idk why people sre so Evil & Heartless. How were you raised w/o morals. Prayers that US gets back on track. 🙏🏻
@StatenIslandUser414225007 It’s the people that raised them that cause them to become like that, abusive or absent fathers, narcissists or neglecting mothers, etc. May God Heal our hearts
Gang related probably
Usually is
Nighttime gathering at an intersection?
Right. My thoughts exactly. Like huh?
“Nighttime gathering at a busy intersection.”
@LALifer sounds like a car take over to me.
Idk why people sre so Evil & Heartless. How were you raised w/o morals. Prayers that US gets back on track. 🙏🏻
@StatenIslandUser414225007 It’s the people that raised them that cause them to become like that, abusive or absent fathers, narcissists or neglecting mothers, etc. May God Heal our hearts
Gang related probably
Usually is
Nighttime gathering at an intersection?
Right. My thoughts exactly. Like huh?
“Nighttime gathering at a busy intersection.”
@LALifer sounds like a car take over to me.
Idk why people sre so Evil & Heartless. How were you raised w/o morals. Prayers that US gets back on track. 🙏🏻
@StatenIslandUser414225007 It’s the people that raised them that cause them to become like that, abusive or absent fathers, narcissists or neglecting mothers, etc. May God Heal our hearts
Gang related probably
Usually is
Nighttime gathering at an intersection?
Right. My thoughts exactly. Like huh?
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“Nighttime gathering at a busy intersection.”
@LALifer sounds like a car take over to me.
Idk why people sre so Evil & Heartless. How were you raised w/o morals. Prayers that US gets back on track. 🙏🏻
@StatenIslandUser414225007 It’s the people that raised them that cause them to become like that, abusive or absent fathers, narcissists or neglecting mothers, etc. May God Heal our hearts
Gang related probably
Usually is
Nighttime gathering at an intersection?
Right. My thoughts exactly. Like huh?