26 Jun 2024 | 03:11 PM UTC
US: Police take suspect into custody following shooting incident along Babcock Street in Melbourne, Florida, June 26. /update 2
Police detain suspect along Babcock Street in Melbourne, Fla., US, June 26, following shooting incident. No further threat to the public.
Police confirmed an armed suspect was shot and detained by officers along Babcock Street, near Fee and Hibiscus avenues, in Melbourne, Florida, on the morning of June 26. Authorities said the man shot several times at police before barricading himself inside an apartment. No one else was injured in the incident, and officials said there is no longer any threat to the public in the area.
Lingering transport and business disruptions in the area are likely due to the large police response and continuing investigation.
Avoid the area as a precaution. Allow additional time to reach your destination if operating in Melbourne, Florida, June 26.
