29 Feb 2024 | 08:43 PM UTC
US: Police responding to shooting incident in northeastern Independence, Mo., Feb. 29
Police responding to shooting incident in northeastern Independence, Mo., US, Feb. 29; at least three shot, including two police officers.
Police are responding to a shooting incident near the intersection of North Elsea Smith Road and East Bundschu Road in northeastern Independence, Missouri, Feb. 29. At least two police officers and a civil process officer have been shot and injured in the incident. Authorities did not immediately confirm if a suspect had been detained in connection with the shooting. The Fort Osage School District said that its schools were placed on lockdown but that the lockdown has since been lifted.
Heightened security and transport disruptions will likely impact the area around the incident site over the coming hours. Localized business disruptions cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
