Ashland Police Shoot Knife-Wielding Suspect After Business Break-Ins

ASHLAND, Ore. — An officer with the Ashland Police Department shot a suspect who approached officers with a knife while responding to a business alarm early Monday morning, October 26.

At approximately 2 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of A Street after receiving a report of a business alarm. Upon arrival, officers encountered a lone suspect leaving the area of multiple businesses with shattered storefront windows.

According to police, the suspect approached officers while armed with a knife. One officer fired a department-issued handgun, striking the suspect.

Ashland Fire & Rescue transported the suspect to Rogue Regional Medical Center for treatment. Authorities have not released the suspect’s identity or provided information about the individual’s condition.

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation in coordination with the Jackson County District Attorney’s Office.

The Ashland Police Department received additional assistance from the Oregon State Police, Medford Police Department and Talent Police Department.

The 200 block of A Street is expected to remain closed for several hours as investigators process the scene and gather evidence.

Police said there is no continuing threat to the community.

The Jackson County District Attorney’s Office is expected to release additional information as the investigation progresses.