Greeley, Colorado – An officer-involved shooting in Greeley left a suspect dead and triggered a multi-agency investigation Saturday morning.
According to the Town of Windsor Police Department, the incident occurred around 9:20 a.m. in the 5700 block of 20th Street after officers responded to reports of a suspicious man allegedly running with a knife.
Police said officers located the individual, identified as a 20-year-old male, running east on 20th Street from 59th Avenue. Officers attempted to block his path to protect public safety, but the suspect allegedly brandished the knife and charged at them, prompting officers to discharge their weapons.
During the confrontation, a Greeley police officer was injured and later treated at a hospital for minor injuries. Officers rendered life-saving aid to the suspect at the scene before he was transported to a local hospital, where he later died.
Investigators said the suspect had reportedly been at a residence in the 5400 block of 24th Street prior to the incident, where he allegedly stabbed his 22-year-old brother. The brother was transported to a hospital but later died from his injuries.
The 19th Judicial Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) is leading the investigation. According to officials, the involved officers have been placed on paid administrative leave in line with department policy.
Authorities said the Weld County Coroner’s Office will release the identity of the deceased. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Weld County Sheriff’s Office.
The incident may impact nearby commuters and residents as the investigation continues.
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