A police officer was shot in the southern Minnesota city of St. Peter on Thursday night, authorities said. Officials did not immediately release details about the officer's condition, how the shooting unfolded, or whether anyone had been arrested.
What officials have said so far
According to CBS News Minnesota, authorities confirmed that an officer was shot Thursday night in St. Peter but offered only a brief initial update. The short post included a video clip and did not provide a timeline for when more information would be released.
How investigations usually proceed in Minnesota
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension says its Force Investigations Unit typically responds to serious officer use-of-force incidents to collect evidence and interview witnesses. The BCA notes that it conducts independent criminal investigations and then forwards its findings to the county attorney, who decides whether criminal charges are warranted.
Local context
Saint Peter is a small river city where the local police department serves about 12,456 residents, according to the city's official page. Minnesota has also seen several high-profile shootings earlier this year that kept scrutiny on use-of-force reviews and led to investigations and public protests, as reported by the Star Tribune.
This story will be updated as authorities release more details. Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact local law enforcement.
