HALTOM CITY, TX – A suspect was fatally shot, and a Tarrant County Sheriff’s deputy sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a confrontation on Friday afternoon in Haltom City, officials reported.
Incident Details
- Location: The incident occurred on Twin Oaks Drive, near Denton Highway, just north of North Loop 820.
- What Happened: Deputies were serving a warrant when a knife-wielding suspect attacked, injuring one of the deputies.
- The suspect was subsequently shot and killed by law enforcement during the encounter, according to Jennifer Gabbert, chief of staff for the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office.
- Deputy’s Condition: The injured deputy was transported to the hospital and is expected to recover.
Limited Details Released
Gabbert confirmed the incident but did not provide additional information, citing the ongoing investigation. CBS News Texas is monitoring the situation and will update as new details emerge.
As authorities investigate the incident, the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office is working to determine the circumstances that led to the shooting. The injured deputy’s recovery is expected, offering a sense of relief amid the tense situation.