Overview
Dallas police officers shot an armed suspect following a chaotic series of events involving a stolen vehicle. The incident occurred at an apartment complex in North Dallas.
Incident Details
Police were tracking a stolen vehicle and approached it at the Lakeside Apartment complex in North Dallas. As officers closed in, the driver of the stolen vehicle attempted to flee, striking two police vehicles in the process. In response, officers opened fire on the suspects. A firearm was later recovered near the area where the shooting occurred.
Aftermath
Four individuals were involved in the incident. One suspect, who was armed, was shot and apprehended by the police. He was taken to the hospital and is expected to survive. Additionally, police recovered three weapons from the scene. Two other suspects were present at the scene; one was injured and also taken to the hospital. The fourth suspect managed to escape and remains at large. It was later revealed that one of the suspects arrested was wanted for a murder warrant in Dallas.
Eyewitness Accounts
Michelle Gonzalez, a resident of the apartment complex, recounted hearing a crash and seeing officers running and shooting. She expressed fear for her safety and her children, ensuring they stayed away from the windows during the incident.
Police Statement
No officers were injured in the incident. The police chief assured the public that more information would be provided in the coming week and that efforts to locate the remaining suspect would continue.