Crime & Safety
Suspect Killed In Deputy-Involved Shooting: La Quinta
Jefferson Avenue was closed between Avenue 48 and Highway 111 in La Quinta for an unspecified time period.
LA QUINTA, CA — A fatal deputy-involved shooting Friday in La Quinta has been confirmed by the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
The agency posted a message on Twitter around 3 p.m. that said the shooting took place on Jefferson Avenue at Avenue 48. One suspect was killed.
No deputies or community members were injured in the incident.
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It's unclear what led to the shooting or how many deputies fired on the suspect, who has not been identified.
Jefferson Avenue was closed between Avenue 48 and Highway 111 for an unspecified time period, and the public was asked to avoid the area.
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We are currently investigating a deputy involved shooting on Jefferson Ave / Avenue 48 in La Quinta. Suspect is deceased. No deputies or community members were injured. Please avoid the area. This is an active investigation. Jefferson will be closed between Avenue 48 and Hwy 111 pic.twitter.com/YssM9Eqv8f
— Riverside County Sheriff's Dept (@RSO) January 29, 2021
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