A manhunt is underway for suspects who fired shots at Orlando police officers, critically injuring two of them, after a traffic stop in downtown.
The shooting took place at 11 p.m. on Friday, August 4, according to a press conference held early this morning by Orlando Police Department Chief Eric D. Smith.
Orlando police were investigating a vehicle in the area of Garland Avenue and Washington Street that was wanted for a homicide in Miami.
During the stop, a suspect shot at two officers. Those officers were taken to the Orlando Regional Medical Center, where they are in critical condition.
The suspect then carjacked a vehicle and a vehicle pursuit ensued.
“This is a sad day for our police department. I want to thank all the law enforcement agencies who are assisting us. We will find these suspects and bring them to justice,” said Chief Smith.
If you have any information that may be helpful to police, please contact the Orlando Police Department at 407-235-5300.