Ten People Hurt in Downtown Tucson Shooting Involving Police

What Happened?

Imagine you’re sleeping, and suddenly, very early on a Sunday morning (around 2 a.m.), something scary happened in Tucson, Arizona.
Ten people got hurt after a mass shooting (that means one or more people fired a gun and hurt many folks) that also involved the police. This took place in downtown Tucson near 6th Avenue and Congress Street.

How the Police Responded

Here’s what the officials told us, step by step:

1. Police who were already nearby heard loud gunshots (like big firecracker pops).
2. They quickly ran toward the sound.
3. They saw a person they think did the shooting (called the suspect) running away.
4. An officer shot that suspect.
5. Police caught the suspect and gave him basic medical help (first aid).
6. Then, Tucson Fire crews (the firefighter medics) took him to a hospital.
7. He was in very bad shape—doctors said his condition was life-threatening (meaning he could die).

The Other People Who Were Hurt

Besides the suspect, nine other people were also hurt.

• All nine had critical gunshot wounds (very serious hurts from bullets).
• The bullets hit their arms or legs.
• Thankfully, the report says the hurts were to limbs, not worse spots.

Important: Ten people total were injured. One is the suspect (in life-threatening condition), and nine others have serious but limb-specific gunshot wounds.

Roads Closed and What Drivers Should Do

Picture a big "do not enter" zone while police work.

• 6th Avenue is closed between Pennington Street and Broadway Boulevard.
• Congress Street is closed between Scott Avenue and Toole Avenue.
• Drivers are asked to stay away from the area so the investigation (the detective work to figure out what happened) can continue safely.

Who Is Investigating?

Think of it like two checks happening at once:

• The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is in charge of looking into the shooting where the officer fired.
• Tucson police will do their own inside check to see if any of their own rules were broken.

After the investigations finish:

1. The results go to the Pima County Attorney’s Office.
2. That office reviews everything to decide what should happen next.

How You Can Help

If you saw something or have a video:

• Call 88-CRIME.
• Say you are referencing the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.
• Your tip can be anonymous (they won’t tell who you are).

Bigger Picture: Officer-Involved Shootings

An "officer-involved shooting" is when a police officer fires their gun at someone.

• This is the 10th such shooting in the Tucson area reported by Arizona’s Family this year.
• It is the 52nd in the whole state of Arizona.
• Just the day before (Saturday), two more happened in the Valley area:
  • Chandler police at a Tempe apartment complex.
  • Mesa police and a suspect accused of killing someone.

Note: The story is still developing, meaning new facts may come out. Check back for updates.

Summary

Early Sunday, a shooting near 6th Avenue and Congress Street in Tucson hurt 10 people. Police shot the running suspect, who is in life-threatening condition, while nine others have critical arm or leg wounds. Roads are closed, two investigations are happening, and the public can share anonymous tips via 88-CRIME. This is the 10th local and 52nd statewide officer-involved shooting this year.

FAQ

Q: What is a mass shooting?
A: It’s when someone uses a gun and hurts many people at once, like the ten hurt in this event.

Q: What does "life-threatening condition" mean?
A: It means the person is so badly hurt (like the suspect) that they might not survive without urgent hospital care.

Q: Why are there two investigations?
A: One outside group (the Sheriff’s Department) checks the police shooting, and Tucson police check their own rule-following internally.

Q: Can I report info without giving my name?
A: Yes! Call 88-CRIME and mention the Sheriff’s Department; tips can stay anonymous.

Q: How can I stay safe if I drive nearby?
A: Avoid 6th Avenue and Congress Street closed parts and take a different route while police work.