FAIRHAVEN — The Fairhaven Police Department reports that Bristol County District Attorney’s Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Friday night.
Police were called to a business at 125 Sconticut Neck Road.at about 5 p.m. for a report of an intoxicated male. Fairhaven police responded along with mutual aid from surrounding communities.
Shots were later exchanged between the male and officers. The male was killed. A responding officer was wounded, and taken to an area hospital for treatment of their injuries.
The Fairhaven Police Department is asking the press to stage nearby at 60 Sconticut Neck Road.
More information will be released as it can be made available. All media inquiries should be directed to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
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