Police asking drivers to avoid Elm Ave SW in downtown Roanoke after officer-involved shooting
ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke Police are currently on the scene of an active incident in the 100 Block of Elm Ave. in Southwest Roanoke.
Authorities say they were called to the scene at about 11 p.m. Thursday for the report of possible shots fired.
After arriving, officers entered an apartment building to conduct a well-being check. Not long after, they encountered a suspect inside who began shooting.
That’s when at least one Roanoke Police Officer returned fire as officers took cover outside of the building, Roanoke Police report.
We’re told no officers have been injured at this time.
Roanoke Police are being assisted by Virginia State Police and regional partners.
Authorities say the road is blocked off from Jefferson St. SW to 3rd St. SW and surrounding streets.
They are asking the community to avoid the area.
