Itasca County Deputy Injured in Max Township Shooting

Overview

• Deputies responding to a call in Max Township on Monday were involved in a shooting that left an Itasca County deputy injured.
• The suspect is in custody, and the sheriff's office said there is no ongoing threat to the public.
• The deputy was taken to a hospital for treatment, and officials have not released the severity of the injuries.
• CBS Minnesota reported the deputy was airlifted, and the Minnesota State Fraternal Order of Police said the injuries are not life-threatening.
• The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension sent agents and crime-scene staff to investigate the use of force, which is standard in officer-involved shootings.