Spokane, WA – An officer-involved shooting at a Walmart store in Spokane, Washington, has triggered a comprehensive investigation by law enforcement agencies. The Spokane Police Department confirmed the fatality following the incident, prompting the evacuation of the store located at 9212 N Colton St, Spokane, WA.
The incident, reported by the Spokane Police Department, resulted in the tragic death of a man at the Walmart store. Law enforcement agencies swiftly responded to the scene, initiating an active investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
In the wake of the incident, law enforcement authorities have secured the Walmart store on North Colton, restricting access to the area as investigations continue. The public is advised to avoid the location due to the ongoing active investigation.
The precise details leading to the officer-involved shooting and the identity of the deceased individual are subject to ongoing investigations. The Spokane Police Department, in collaboration with other agencies, is expected to release further information as the investigation progresses.
The altercation began when a commissioned Spokane police officer noticed suspicious activity involving the suspected shoplifting of items from the Walmart store at 9200 N. Colton St. Backup was called, and upon confrontation with the suspect, a prolonged fight ensued, involving two officers.
During the altercation within the store premises, shots were fired by one of the officers. First aid was administered to the suspect, but he ultimately succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The officers involved sustained injuries during the altercation, with one requiring hospitalization. The Walmart store was evacuated, and although there were no reported injuries among bystanders or store employees, the location will remain closed for several hours as investigations continue.
The officer who discharged their weapon has been placed on incident review leave, as per the protocol. The Spokane Independent Investigative Response team is overseeing the investigation.
Further details regarding the deceased individual’s identity and the circumstances leading to the incident will be released by the Spokane County Medical Examiner’s Office as the investigation progresses.
