1. Man shot by police after firing at officers at Catawba County apartments
2. Catawba County apartments shooting incident involving police and suspect.
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NEWTON, England (WBTV) – A man was shot by officers in Catawba County on Monday night after he opened fire on them, according to the Newton Police Department.
The incident took place at approximately 11:40 p.m. following a 911 call that was abruptly ended at the Catawba Pines Apartments on East First Street.
Upon arrival at the apartment complex, law enforcement officers were confronted by multiple individuals who were uncooperative. As they tried to locate the origin of the emergency call, a man displayed a firearm.
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Authorities instructed the man to drop his weapon, but he instead discharged several rounds at the officers. Following a brief standoff, the officers returned fire, striking the individual and causing him to fall to the ground.
Emergency medical personnel initiated life-saving interventions and transported the man to Catawba Valley Medical Center before he was subsequently airlifted to Atrium CMC in Charlotte. His current condition is listed as critical as of Tuesday morning.
The identity of the individual and any potential charges he may face have not been disclosed by officials. The officers involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave pending the conclusion of an inquiry.
Individuals with pertinent information regarding the incident are urged to contact Newton Police at 828-465-7430.
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