Little Elm Police Officer Fired Upon During Foot Pursuit; One Suspect in Custody, One Still at Large

Early Sunday morning, April 27th, at approximately 1:35 a.m., a Little Elm Police officer responded to a call about two suspicious individuals in the 2500 block of Cain River Drive.

When the officer located the individuals, a foot pursuit began. During the chase, the two suspects split up. One of the individuals discharged a firearm toward the officer. The officer was not struck or injured, and no return fire occurred.

The officer was able to apprehend one of the suspects. A heavy police presence remains in the area as authorities continue to search for the second individual.

Anyone with information or surveillance footage that may assist the investigation is asked to contact the Little Elm Police Department at 214-975-0460.