Moncrief Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Car Theft Suspect Critically Injured
In Jacksonville, a significant police presence has been established following an officer-involved shooting that left a car theft suspect critically injured. The incident unfolded at the intersection of 21st Street West and Moncrief Road.
Incident Overview
The situation began with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) investigating a stolen vehicle in the Brentwood area. Police utilized license plate cameras to locate the vehicle, prompting the suspect to flee.
Chase and Shooting
- The suspect engaged in a brief pursuit, during which they collided with a police cruiser.
- Several individuals exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot.
- At approximately 7:45 p.m., an officer pursued one suspect, who was observed repeatedly putting his hands in their pockets.
The officer issued commands for the suspect to remove their hands from their pockets. When the suspect did not comply, the officer discharged their weapon multiple times.
Aftermath and Condition of Suspect
Following the shooting, the suspect received immediate medical attention and was transported to a nearby hospital. Currently, they are undergoing surgery and remain in critical condition. JSO has not released any identifying information about the suspect.
Ongoing Investigation
There are ongoing inquiries into whether this shooting is connected to another incident that occurred earlier on Brentwood Avenue around 6:15 p.m. The State Attorney’s Office continues its investigation as multiple streets in the area remain cordoned off.
Stay updated for further developments on this incident and others as they unfold.
