Two Fountain policeman shot a suspect and fatally injured the individual’s dog on Saturday night after the officers were assaulted, according to authorities.
Officers reacted to a domestic violence disruption call prior to 6 p.m. near Taos Circle. As they were performing their examination, the dog assaulted among the officers and the suspect attacked both the officers, according to a Fountain Police Department press release. Both policeman shot their weapons a minimum of one time, striking the suspect and the dog.
The suspect was required to a healthcare facility. Police did not reveal whether the suspect’s injuries were deadly however said the individual had at least one gunshot injury. The dog passed away at the scene.
One of the officers was likewise dealt with at a healthcare facility for non-life-threatening injuries. Both of the officers have actually been put on paid administrative leave, per firm policy, till the conclusion of the examination.
The Colorado Springs Police Department is examining the shooting.
No other information were supplied in the release, and the Colorado Springs Police Department did not instantly return an ask for remark Sunday early morning.
