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ISP Investigating Officer Involved Shooting In Jerseyville

The Illinois State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Jerseyville. On December 18th, at around 3:30 PM, an unknown suspect entered a home in the 18000 block of US Route 67 in Jerseyville. The suspect held the resident hostage for several hours before the resident was able to escape and call the police.

 

Deputies from Jersey County arrived on the scene, and reportedly, a subject fired shots at deputies.  Officers returned fire and the Illinois Law Enforcement Alarm System arrived on the scene. Officers were then able to enter the home and clear the residence, where they located the subject a short time later. It is unknown if the subject was struck by gunfire by the officers.

 

The investigation is still ongoing and no further information is available.

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