Officer killed, two critically injured in Fargo shooting
FARGO, N.D. -- Police in Fargo confirmed that an officer was dead and two others injured after a shooting on Friday afternoon.
The suspect was also killed, and a civilian sustained serious injuries.
The Fargo Police Department said it was unable to release any additional information prior to a 3:30 p.m. press conference which will take place Saturday.
Witnesses said a man opened fire on police officers before other officers shot him around 3 p.m. on Friday.
Shortly afterward, officers converged on a residential area about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) away and evacuated residents while gathering what they said was evidence related to the shooting.
Witnesses reported seeing and hearing gunshots in the area. Shannon Nichole told KFGO Radio she was driving at the time.
"I saw the traffic stop and as soon as I drove, shots were fired and I saw the cops go down," Nichole said. "My airbag went off and the bullet went through my driver's door."
A man grabbed her and said they needed to get out of the area, Nichole said.
Surveillance video provided by Fargo resident Allison Carlson captured the rapid sounds of gunfire.