Weatherford shooting under investigation involving off-duty Arlington police officer, authorities say
The shooting happened Sunday in the 2500 block of East I-20, according to Weatherford police. Arlington police confirm an off-duty officer was involved and is not injured. Per department policy, the officer has been placed on leave.
The investigation is ongoing, Weatherford police said, and the Texas Rangers are on scene to assist. It is unknown if any other parties were injured.
Weatherford police said there is no immediate threat to the public.
This is a developing story.
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