KBI investigates police-involved shooting in Ottawa County

Courtesy: Kansas Bureau of Investigation

MINNEAPOLIS, Kansas (KSNW) – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation was called to assist law enforcement in connection with a police-involved shooting in Minneapolis City Park.

A press release from the KBI stated that shortly before 10 a.m. a man armed with a rifle began shooting in the city park.

The Kansas Highway Patrol, Minneapolis Police Department and the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office responded. The suspect was shot and transported to a hospital for treatment.

No civilians or police officers were injured in the incident.

The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office announced on Facebook that the Minneapolis swimming pool would remain closed for the rest of the day.

This is a developing story. KSN will provide further updates as we receive more information.