An Alpena man is dead and a police officer is recovering after an officer-involved shooting during a traffic stop for a reported stolen vehicle, according to Michigan State Police.
On December 22, officers conducted a traffic stop in Alpena Township where a man cut an Alpena officer with a knife, causing the officer to discharge his firearm, striking the suspect, MSP said.
The suspect, identified by MSP as a 35-year-old Alpena man, was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The injured officer sustained a hand laceration and is receiving treatment.
The Michigan State Police Investigative Response Team and Crime Lab are investigating the scene.
Two Alpena officers are on paid administrative leave pending the investigation.
