Updates: Tarrant County Sheriff’s deputy shot, ongoing standoff with armed suspect
At around 12:15pm, a Tarrant County Sheriff’s deputy was shot while serving a warrant in the 2900 block of Elinor Street in Fort Worth.
The deputy was transported to JPS Hospital in Fort Worth for treatment of multiple gunshot wounds. According to Tarrant County Judge O’Hare, the deputy’s injuries are not life threatening.
An official with Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office says the deputy was grazed on the head, and shot in the arm and thigh. Sheriff Bill Waybourn says the deputy is conscious and speaking with family.
There is an ongoing standoff with the heavily armed suspect at the home on Elinor Street. As a result, NE 28th Street is blocked off near N. Beach Street due to the heavy law enforcement activity. SWAT teams are on scene.
The suspect is a 40-year-old male. Deputies were serving a warrant involving three felony charges, all related to sexual crimes against a child.
Heavy police activity can be expected at JPS Hospital as officers visit the injured deputy.
Updates will be limited due to the ongoing situation, but check back for updates in the near future.
UPDATE: An official with Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office says the deputy was grazed on the head, and shot in the arm and thigh.
Update – Suspect is in police custody, he is injured. Smoke is showing from the residence. Fort Worth FD has moved up to control the fire. Scene is secure.
UPDATE – Standoff has concluded with the suspect in custody. Suspect is also shot and being transported in grave condition.
Photo: Cory Collier
