2 deputies struck by gunfire in Winsted, Minnesota

WINSTED, Minn. (FOX 9) – Two McLeod County deputies had been struck by gunfire whereas serving an arrest warrant on Monday in Winsted, Minnesota, authorities mentioned. A heavy police presence continues across the scene, as an individual stays in a house. 

The Metropolis of Winsted is asking residents to “keep away from all automobile and foot site visitors” within the space of Linden Avenue East and Pheasant Run “till additional discover.” 

“Emergency automobiles are on-site responding to an emergency,” the town added. 

Authorities mentioned the deputies had been taken to the hospital, although their present situations aren’t recognized. However their accidents aren’t believed to be life-threatening. 

In the meantime, there’s an individual inside a house who isn’t responding to authorities’ makes an attempt to barter with them. The particular person is believed to be the one particular person inside the house.

The Minnesota State Patrol, the Minnesota DNR and ATF, together with Winsted Police Division, are on the scene. 

Authorities are anticipated to supply one other replace at 3:30 p.m. Monday.

Legislation enforcement has not mentioned what the arrest warrant was for. 

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