KBI Update on Officer Involved Shooting

FORD COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Ford County Sheriff’s Office, the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, and the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) updated on the conditions of the law enforcement officers involved in the Monday morning shooting in Dodge City, Kansas.

The deputy from the Ford County Sheriff’s Office, who was hospitalized in Wichita, underwent surgery today. He is improving, and is currently in good condition. The deputy from the Clark County Sheriff’s Office was released from the hospital today, and he is now recovering at home. The KHP trooper is also now recovering from his injuries at home.

The condition of the female subject involved in the shooting is improving, but she continues to be treated for serious injuries.

The sheriff’s deputies involved in the shooting are all on paid administrative leave pending further investigation. The investigation is ongoing.