December 17th 2024.
On a Tuesday afternoon in northeast Colorado Springs, a woman was shot and wounded by police. According to officials, the incident occurred during a domestic disturbance when the woman allegedly aimed a gun at the officers.
At approximately 2:58 p.m., a resident in the 5600 block of Buckskin Pass Drive called 911 to report that his ex-girlfriend was repeatedly ringing the doorbell and knocking on the door. The Colorado Springs Police Department shared in a post on X that the caller also mentioned the woman's tendency to carry a firearm.
Upon arriving at the scene, the officers attempted to make contact with the woman as she was walking away. However, things took a dangerous turn when she allegedly pointed a gun at the police. In response, at least one officer fired their weapon, injuring the woman.
Immediately, the officers provided medical assistance to the woman before taking her to the hospital. Fortunately, her injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Thankfully, no other members of the community or officers were harmed during the encounter, as stated by Colorado Springs police.
As per protocol, the officers involved in the incident have been placed on administrative leave. The department did not disclose the number of officers involved, and a spokesperson was not available for immediate comment. This is an ongoing investigation, and updates may be provided as more information becomes available.
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