Crime
Lake Havasu City Police Department Involved in Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting
The individual who initiated the gunfire was fatally wounded at the scene.
On Thursday, October 10, 2024, at approximately 11:00 AM, detectives with the Lake Havasu City Police Department were conducting a follow-up investigation for a missing person case in the Craggy Wash area.
During their investigation, they encountered an individual who opened fire on them.
In response to this immediate threat, the detectives were forced to return fire in self-defense.
Sadly, the individual who initiated the gunfire was fatally wounded at the scene.
Thankfully, none of the detectives were physically struck by the gunfire.
However, they have been transported to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment of minor injuries sustained during the incident.
The Lake Havasu City Police Department wishes to assure the community that there is no ongoing threat related to this incident.
Additional details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting will be released as they become available.
For more information or media inquiries, please contact Public Information Officer, Sergeant Kyle Ridgway at (928) 855-1171.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.