Police Officer Shot and Suspect Killed After Gunfire Erupts at Pasadena Metro Station, Civilian Also Wounded in Initial Shooting
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA — A police officer was shot and a gunman was killed following a violent shootout near a Metro station in Pasadena, authorities confirmed. A civilian was also wounded in the initial gunfire at the train station.
Officers responded to reports of a shooting at the Pasadena Metro station, where at least one person had already been struck by gunfire. According to officials, the situation escalated when officers encountered the suspect, leading to a running gun battle.
Officer Shot During Response
Authorities confirmed that a responding police officer was shot during the exchange. The officer was transported for medical treatment. Officials have not yet released details about the officer’s condition.
A civilian victim was also injured during the initial shooting at the station before officers confronted the suspect.
Suspect Killed in Gun Battle
Police say officers engaged the suspect after arriving at the scene. The confrontation resulted in the suspect being shot and killed.
The exact sequence of events leading to the shootout remains under investigation, including what may have triggered the original gunfire at the Metro station.
Investigation Underway
Law enforcement secured the area and began processing the scene as investigators worked to piece together the timeline of the shooting.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of those involved.
The incident caused significant disruption around the Metro station as police closed off the area to conduct their investigation.
This remains an active and developing case.
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