MESA COUNTY, COLORADO — A Mesa County Sheriff’s Deputy was reportedly shot in the line of duty Monday afternoon. He was rushed to a hospital. The extent of the injuries were not known.
According to TheDenverChannel, a man armed with a gun and wearing a bandana over his face was seen walking near Fruitvale Court around 11:15 a.m. When the deputy approached, the suspect opened fire.
The gunman fled the scene but was later apprehended. Schools in the area were on lockdown.
Suspect in deputy shooting in custody. No updates on deputy’s condition. Area schools remain in lockdown. #MCSOOIT
— Mesa County Sheriff (@SheriffMesaColo) February 8, 2016
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