Texas Rangers are leading the criminal probe into a fatal shooting involving a Melissa police officer that occurred late Sunday night. The incident took place in the 2600 block of East Melissa Road, where officers responded to a reported disturbance around 11:30 p.m., according to Bridget Saxton, the department’s communications director.
Upon arrival, responding officers encountered an armed individual and another person inside a residence. A confrontation ensued, during which an officer discharged his weapon, striking the suspect. The suspect was transported to a local hospital but later died from his injuries. Authorities have not released the identity of the deceased man.
No other injuries were reported. Responding officers and the other occupant of the home were not harmed. The Melissa Police Department is conducting a concurrent administrative review of the incident, separate from the state investigation.
In accordance with department policy, the officer involved has been placed on administrative leave while the investigation proceeds. The Texas Rangers have taken over the criminal investigation, while the Melissa Police Department handles the internal administrative review.
