Superior Township, MI – A Washtenaw County deputy was shot after responding to a report of a shots fired call on Wednesday afternoon.
Police responded the 8300-block of Lakeview Court at approximately 2 p.m. after receiving a report of an exchange of gunfire between two residents, WDIV reported.
The suspect allegedly opened fire on the officers when they arrived at the scene, hitting a Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) deputy.
The deputy has been rushed to a local hospital and is listed in stable condition, The Detroit News reported.
The Washtenaw County Metro SWAT team, Ann Arbor police, and the WCSO are currently at the scene attempting to negotiate with the gunman, who is still barricaded inside a residence, police said.
Investigators do not know if there is anyone else inside the house with the suspect, according to WDIV.
Residents have been asked to stay away from the area.
🚨Manhunt in Washtenaw County! Overhead choppers seeking an active shooter in the area of Prospect and Geddes!🚨Avoid the area! #LawAndOrder pic.twitter.com/OQocDTL4WD
— Farmdog (@MSUFarmdog) September 16, 2020
🚨Active shooter on the loose in Washtenaw County by Prospect and Geddes!🚨AVOID the AREA! Residents go inside! County and Michigan State Police are on scene! 🚔 #LawAndOrder pic.twitter.com/2sFenGECHC
— Farmdog (@MSUFarmdog) September 16, 2020
BREAKING: Massive police presence in Superior Twp where police sources say a Washtenaw County deputy has been shot. Details to follow. #Local4 pic.twitter.com/RQfNplXeGF
— *Jason Colthorp* (@JasonColthorp) September 16, 2020
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