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2 Beech Grove officers shot, IMPD searching for armed, wanted suspect following incident

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BEECH GROVE — ISP and other agencies are on the scene and actively searching for the suspect, who they believe shot two Beech Grove officers on Monday. Police have identified the suspect as 47-year-old Kenneth Terrell Johnson, who is currently at large.

The two officers are being treated at Eskenazi Hospital. Their conditions are unknown.

Johnson was last seen northwest of Beech Grove High School, wearing a blue hoodie with either a hood or something covering his head.

WATCH ISP BRIEFING

The initial incident happened in the 100 block of Diplomat Court.

Officers are asking residents in the area to shelter in place, lock their doors and report any suspicious activity to 911.

Emerson Ave is shutdown from Churchman Ave all the way to 465. Please avoid the area at this time and seek an alternate route.

This is a developing story. WRTV will update as more information is confirmed.
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