An Indianapolis police officer shot a suspect armed with a machete after he attacked two victims in an industrial area off Brookville Road. The incident occurred around 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday on Brookville Way, east of the I-465 interchange for Brookville Road and Shadeland Avenue. The victims are stable with stab wounds, while the suspect is in critical condition in the hospital.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department stated that there is no threat to the community and they are not looking for anyone else in connection to the incident. IMPD has reassured the public that there is no outstanding public safety threat in the area. The police have urged drivers to avoid the area due to an ongoing investigation, as officers will remain on the scene for the next few hours.
The quick response of the officer prevented any further harm, and no officers were injured during the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to be released as it progresses.
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