BREAKING NEWS: Manhunt Underway in the Cline Avenue Area Following Shooting Incident

BREAKING NEWS: Manhunt Underway in the Cline Avenue Area Following Shooting Incident

Cline Avenue, IN — A tense and rapidly unfolding situation is underway in the Cline Avenue area as law enforcement agencies have launched an active manhunt for a suspect involved in a reported shooting. Authorities have confirmed that multiple law enforcement agencies are currently on the scene, combing the area for the individual believed to be armed and dangerous.

Residents in the vicinity are being urged to exercise extreme caution. Law enforcement officials have issued a public safety alert advising everyone in the area to keep all doors and windows closed and locked, and to remain indoors until further notice. The heightened police presence has led to significant disruption, with several streets in the area closed off as officers conduct a systematic search of the neighborhood.

The incident reportedly began earlier this afternoon when shots were fired in a residential zone near Cline Avenue. While details remain limited due to the ongoing investigation, police have confirmed that one or more individuals may have been injured in the altercation. Emergency medical teams were seen responding to the scene, though the condition and identities of any victims have not been released at this time.

According to witnesses, the suspect fled the scene on foot and may be attempting to evade capture by hiding in nearby wooded or residential areas. Tactical units, including K9 teams and aerial surveillance support, have been deployed to assist with the search. Several nearby parks, including one large public park near the area, have been temporarily closed as part of the safety precautions.

Multiple agencies—reportedly including the local police department, county sheriff’s office, and state police—are collaborating to secure the area. A command post has been established, and authorities are asking residents not to approach law enforcement personnel unless absolutely necessary. Any sightings of suspicious individuals or activity should be reported immediately by calling 911.

Law enforcement representatives held a brief press conference near the scene, urging patience and cooperation from the public.

“This is an active, evolving situation. We are doing everything in our power to ensure the safety of the community while locating and apprehending the suspect. We ask that all residents remain inside, stay alert, and check in on loved ones until we give the all-clear,” said a spokesperson for the department.

In the meantime, local schools and businesses in the affected area have been placed on lockdown or have dismissed early as a precautionary measure. Parents have been instructed to check with local officials before attempting to pick up their children or travel near the affected zones.

As of now, no arrest has been made, and the suspect is still considered to be at large. Law enforcement officials are expected to provide another update later this evening or sooner if the situation develops.