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Strong police presence in Scottsdale after critical incident

According to officials, the incident occurred near Pima and Bell streets.

SCOTTSDALE, Arizona – There is a heavy police presence near the intersection of Pima Road and Bell Road in Scottsdale following a “critical incident” that left an officer injured Thursday night.

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A large part of the road in the investigation area was cordoned off with barrier tape.

Information on the nature of the officer’s injuries was not immediately released.

This is a developing story; additional details will be added as they become available.

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