The shooting took place after police responded to a convenience store Thursday night.
When officers arrived, they encountered an armed man outside the business who matched the description officers were given, police say.
According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, a brief foot chase took place within a one-block radius. What happened next has not been disclosed. According to Memphis Police Chief CJ Davis, one officer was shot twice, the other once. The suspect was shot three times. All three were taken to Regional One Health. At last check, all three are in critical but stable condition, Davis said.The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is also assisting.
“I was deeply troubled upon hearing the news that two Memphis police officers suffered serious injuries during a shooting incident tonight in Whitehaven,” said Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner. “I am praying for these officers and their families. I urge all to offer their prayers and support.”
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