A tragic shooting at a supermarket in Elkhart, Indiana, on Monday evening claimed the lives of two victims and the suspected gunman while injuring two police officers, according to local authorities.
BREAKING: SHOOTING REPORTED AT INDIANA SUPERMARKET
Police are responding to a reported shooting at Martin’s Super Market in Elkhart, Indiana.
Details on the number of victims remain unclear as authorities assess the situation.
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The incident occurred at Martin’s Super Market on E. Jackson Boulevard at approximately 5:30 p.m.
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Officers from the Elkhart Police Department responded to reports of an active shooter inside the store.
Upon arrival, officers and emergency medical service crews found two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds inside the supermarket.
Tragically, both victims were pronounced dead at the scene, police confirmed.
During their response, officers encountered a third individual believed to be the shooter.
A gunfire exchange ensued between law enforcement and the suspect, ultimately resulting in the suspect being fatally shot, authorities stated.
Two officers sustained gunshot wounds during the confrontation and were transported to a nearby hospital.
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According to police, both officers are in stable condition.
“It’s a sad day in Elkhart,” said Jessica McBrier, public information officer for the Elkhart Police Department.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the people affected.”
BREAKING: 3 DEAD, 2 OFFICERS WOUNDED IN INDIANA SHOOTING
A shooting at Martin’s Super Market in Elkhart, Indiana, has left 3 people dead and 2 officers wounded.
Authorities are investigating the tragic incident as details continue to emerge.
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McBrier reassured residents that there is no further threat to the community following the incident.
The Elkhart County District Attorney’s homicide unit has taken over the investigation to determine the sequence of events and the motive behind the shooting.
No additional details about the suspect or the victims have been released at this time.
Elkhart is located approximately 20 miles east of South Bend, home to the University of Notre Dame in northern Indiana.
This tragic event has left the Elkhart community shaken, with authorities continuing their investigation into what led to the deadly violence.
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