Houston County sheriff confirms Warner Robins police officer shot, suspect in custody
Residents advised to avoid the area as law enforcement secures active scene
(UPDATE 11:20AM)– Houston County Sheriff Matt Moulton says a suspect is in custody, and the officer is in stable condition.
(UPDATE 10:40AM)– 41NBC reporter Bre’Anna Sheffield talked to Houston County Sheriff Matt Moulton, who said they have identified the suspect, but they are not sharing more information about who that is at this time. He also said the police officer is on the way to a local hospital. She also reported that she was there as the Georgia Bureau of Investigation arrived.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Warner Robins Police Department is advising residents to avoid the area of Redmond Street this morning as officers respond to a barricaded suspect.
According to Houston County Sheriff Matt Moulton, a Warner Robins Police officer was shot.
Police confirmed they are currently working an active scene involving a suspect who has barricaded themselves. While the investigation remains ongoing, officials said the scene has been secured.
(Photo Credit: Bre’Anna Sheffield/41NBC)
According to the department, there is no immediate threat to the public at this time.
The department has not yet released specific details regarding the identity of the suspect or the nature of the initial call. Authorities noted that an update will be provided once additional information becomes available.
Police are asking anyone with information related to the incident to contact the Warner Robins Police Department’s Criminal Investigations division at 478-302-5380.
Tips can also be directed to Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68-CRIME.
