Indianapolis police were involved in a shooting incident with a man who had originally called 911 to report a shooting, authorities stated on Tuesday. The man, who pointed a handgun at officers, was subsequently shot by police and is currently in critical condition in the hospital. Assistant Chief Michael Wolley mentioned that it is uncertain whether the man sustained his injuries from police fire or self-inflicted wounds.
The incident occurred on the west side of Indianapolis after a 911 call reported a person injured by gunfire. Upon arrival, officers encountered the armed man outside a residence, who refused to drop his weapon despite numerous requests. Eventually, two IMPD officers discharged their firearms after the suspect pointed his gun at them multiple times.
Despite sustaining gunshot wounds, it remains unclear whether the injuries were self-inflicted or caused by the officers’ gunfire. The suspect, who matched the description provided in the 911 call, had left a note at his residence indicating suicidal intentions. The man allegedly confessed to medics that he had shot himself.
Fortunately, no officers were harmed during the altercation. The two officers involved in the shooting have been reassigned to administrative duty, which is standard procedure following such incidents.