At least 10 people were wounded in a shooting in downtown Tucson, Arizona, early Sunday morning after a gunman opened fire in a crowded entertainment district, according to the Tucson Police Department (TPD). The suspect, whose identity has not been released, allegedly attempted to flee the scene before being shot by a responding police officer and was taken to a local hospital in life-threatening condition. No fatalities were reported, but nine victims suffered gunshot wounds, primarily to their extremities, as stated by Tucson Mayor Regina Romero.
The incident occurred around 2 a.m. in the 100 block of East Congress Street, a downtown area known for its nightlife. Officers patrolling nearby heard multiple gunshots and responded on foot, encountering a man fleeing from the scene. After the suspect allegedly ignored commands from officers, a uniformed officer fired his weapon, striking the suspect.
Police provided emergency medical aid to several victims before firefighters arrived. All victims were transported to local hospitals for treatment. No officers were injured during the incident. Mayor Romero emphasized the need for stronger gun safety laws in Arizona, citing the easy access to firearms as a contributing factor to the violence. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is leading the investigation into the officer-involved shooting, while TPD will conduct a separate investigation to assess any policy violations.