(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has issued a shelter-in-place due to a barricaded suspect near West Colorado Avenue.
Police issued the shelter-in-place at 12:24 p.m. in the area of 800 block of W. Colorado Ave., near Highway 24 west of downtown Colorado Springs
According to CSPD, officers are dealing with a person who is barricaded in the area and has warrants. The suspect allegedly has two dogs, and one has bitten an officer. Police said the officer suffered a minor wound and was treated on the scene.
Officers are currently trying to de-escalate the situation. Individuals are asked to stay inside, lock, and stay away from windows and doors. Individuals should also avoid the area.
FOX21 News is monitoring the situation and will update this article when more information becomes available.
