Breaking: Indiana Officer Shot

Richmond, IN – A Richmond police officer was shot in the line of duty on Wednesday evening.

The Indiana State Police (ISP) said the incident occurred on Aug. 10 near 12th and C Streets in Richmond, WXIN reported.

Authorities said the suspect involved in the officer-involved shooting was also shot during the incident.

Both the Richmond police officer and the suspect were transported to a nearby hospital, WXIN reported.

Police have not released any information about the identity of the wounded hero.

Officials also haven’t commented on the medical condition of the Richmond police officer, WXIN reported.

Authorities have not released the identity or the medical condition of the suspect.

Police have confirmed that the officer was on duty when he was shot, WXIN reported.

Officials have not yet released any details about what led up to the shooting.

Officer involved shooting near 12 street and C street in Richmond, Indiana. Both Officer and suspect have been transported to hospital. There will be more information posted here as it develops. pic.twitter.com/Wrnqr7EhcT

— Sgt. Scott Keegan (@ISPPendleton) August 10, 2022

#BREAKING: Police have confirmed an officer and suspect have been shot in Richmond, Indiana. Both have been transported to the hospital. I’m on my way to the scene & will update as we learn more. @FOX59 @CBS4Indy

— Courtney Spinelli (@CourtSpinelliTV) August 10, 2022

The scene has largely cleared, but crime scene tape remains up after RPD officer shot at N. 12th and B tonight. pic.twitter.com/yKbjdTZN8w

— Jeff Lane (@jeff_lanenews) August 10, 2022

🚨🚨BREAKING NEWS… OFFICER DOWN! Richmond, IN police officer has been shot. CareFlight helicopter has been called. This is happening now in Wayne Co. DEVELOPING… #BreakingNews #OfficerDown @WDTN pic.twitter.com/RA213cHDVP

— Steve Norris (@SteveNorrisTV) August 10, 2022

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