UPDATE: Tuesday, 11:30 a.m.
Kentucky State Police are investigating a shooting and crash involving a police officer in a Madison County Walmart parking lot.
Berea police were at the local Walmart investigating. A car that was reported stolen was spotted in the parking lot around 6:30 Tuesday morning, just as the store was opening.
“There were other people inside of Walmart at this time. It was early in the morning.”
Trooper Justin Kearney, with Kentucky State Police, told reporters what had happened when officers tried to question the driver.
“When officers approached the vehicle, the driver placed the vehicle in reverse, striking one of the officers. Once that officer was struck, he discharged his firearm and struck two individuals inside of the vehicle,” Kearney said. “At this time, two individuals have been transported to a local hospital, as well as the police officer, with minor injuries.”
All three have since been discharged from the hospital. At least four bullet holes could be seen in the back windshield.
Berea police said three people were in the car, and one of those passengers was taken into custody at the scene. As is standard procedure, Kentucky State Police are leading the investigation into the shooting.
The Berea Walmart remained open for business during the investigation.
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Tuesday 9:00 a.m.
An investigation is underway after an early morning officer-involved shooting at the Walmart store in Berea.
According to the Berea Police Department, officers were called to the store to investigate a stolen vehicle. When they tried to contact the driver, he put the car in reverse, hit an officer, and pinned him between two cars. The officer then fired into the vehicle.
The officer and two other people were taken to the hospital.
Berea Police said there is no active threat to the community, and all involved are in custody. The Berea Walmart remains open.
As standard practice, Kentucky State Police are investigating this officer-involved shooting.
