Pasadena Police Officer involved shooting investigation continues near Hammond and Morton
At 10:00 a.m. uniformed Pasadena Police Officers were on routine patrol when they made an enforcement stop on a black male 23 year old. The suspect took off running and a foot chase ensued to a nearby housing complex near Hammond St. and Morton Ave. The suspect allegedly presented a handgun in a threatening manner. One of the officers fired at the suspect. The suspect was hit and fell to the ground. A firearm was recovered in close proximity to the suspect.
Paramedics transported the suspect to Huntington Hospital. The condition is unknown.
The investigation is on-going and the Officer Involved Shooting Investigation Team is on-scene.