Plano Police Officer Involved in Fatal Shooting
Incident Overview
A 37-year-old man was shot and killed Wednesday night by a Plano police officer during a confrontation, department officials said.
At about 9:15 p.m., officers responded to a call about a disturbance at a residence on Ridgewood Circle, according to a news release from Plano police. The person who made the call said a woman had been shot at the home.
Confrontation and Shooting
When officers arrived at the scene, they were “confronted by an adult male suspect” outside the home who fired a weapon at them, police said in the statement. An officer returned fire and struck the suspect.
The man, identified by police as Juan Jose Rivera-Robles, was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
Victim and Injuries
The female victim was taken to a local hospital by Plano Fire-Rescue personnel. Police said she is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
No other injuries were reported, and police said there is no further threat to the public.
Investigation
Additional information about the incident was not immediately available, however, police said it’s being investigated by the department’s Crimes Against Persons Unit and the Collin County District Attorney’s Office.
Plano police did not identify the officer involved or say if the officer would be placed on administrative leave while the shooting is being investigated.
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Conclusion
The incident is a tragic reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers and the importance of investigating such incidents thoroughly. The Plano police department and the Collin County District Attorney’s Office will continue to investigate the shooting to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened in the incident?
A: A 37-year-old man, Juan Jose Rivera-Robles, was shot and killed by a Plano police officer during a confrontation at a residence on Ridgewood Circle.
Q: Who was the victim?
A: The victim was a female who was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Q: Is the officer involved in the shooting identified?
A: No, the Plano police did not identify the officer involved in the shooting.
Q: Is the incident being investigated?
A: Yes, the incident is being investigated by the department’s Crimes Against Persons Unit and the Collin County District Attorney’s Office.
