San Diego police officer shot, sparking manhunt for ‘armed and dangerous’ suspect

A San Diego police officer was shot Thursday afternoon, sparking a manhunt for the suspect considered “armed and dangerous,” according to the department. 

San Diego police said the officer was shot in the Chollas Creek neighborhood, about a 20-minute drive northeast of downtown. 

The officer’s injuries are considered non-life-threaning. 

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Residents were told to shelter in place while officers searched for the suspect

SDPD said the suspect is a Hispanic male, 5’8″, approximately 150 lbs., bald, and wearing a grey sweatshirt. 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.