KISSIMMEE, Fla. (WSVN) — Authorities are investigating after a Kissimmee Police officers was shot and killed and a second officer was gravely injured.
BREAKING: Two police officers shot in Jacksonville
According to Kissimmee Police, the shooting took place in the area of Cypress and Palmway streets.
Chief O'Dell of @kissimmeepolice: pic.twitter.com/azbcOmg5Hi
— Kissimmee Police (@kissimmeepolice) August 19, 2017
Aerial views captured an active scene, as officers urged area residents to remain inside their homes.
Police say a suspect is in custody.
In addition to Kissimmee Police and FHP, law enforcement agencies that responded to the scene of the shooting include the St. Cloud Police Department, Orlando Police Department and Orange County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Officials have not provided further details about what may have led up to the shooting or information about a gunman.
Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.
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