NOW: Heavy police activity in Wise County after officer involved shooting, search for suspect
Multiple law enforcement agencies including Wise County sheriffs deputies and DPS troopers are on the scene of a reported officer involved shooting in the area of FM 407 near FM 2264 in the New Fairview area of Wise County, just north of Rhome.
Reports indicate one officer has been shot in the leg. It is unclear which agency is involved in the shooting. A Wise County EMS ambulance is transporting the officer into Fort Worth.
A large perimeter has been set up in the immediate area as police search for the suspect, who fled on foot. He is described as a white male, 6’2″, brown hair, green eyes, wearing a backwards baseball hat. He may be wearing biker gear as well. Officers have the area locked down. If you live in the immediate neighborhoods, lock your doors and call 9-1-1 if you spot the suspect.
Officers have told congregants of nearby Hope Church to lock their doors and do not answer.
DPS-101 helicopter and Fort Worth PD helicopter have both been requested to the scene. K-9 will also be working the perimeter.
Expect major police activity in this area. Avoid the area.
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