xb The Palm Bay Police Department held a press conference Sunday after two people were killed in an officer-involved shooting Sunday afternoon. (Fox 35 Video)
BREVARD COUNTY • PALM BAY, FLORIDA – The Palm Bay Police Department held a press conference on Sunday after two people were killed and two officers were injured in an officer-involved shooting on Forgal Avenue.
Police say the investigation began on Sunday around 2:07 p.m. when police responded to the 400 block of Forgal Ave NE for a domestic disturbance call.
“Upon arriving, officers attempted to speak with 24-year-old, Brandon Kapas who was exiting the residence and refusing to comply with officer’s verbal commands,” said Lt. Virginia Kilmer of the Palm Bay Police Department.
“Shortly thereafter, an exchange of gunfire occurred, injuring two of our officers.”
Additional officers responded to the area and pursued the suspect who fatally wounded another person before being engaged by law enforcement and subsequently killed.
“I was saddened to have been informed of the tragic events in our beloved city” said Mayor Medina My thoughts and prayers are with the families that are experiencing the loss of life of their loved ones. I am thankful and grateful to Father God our law enforcement officials do not have life threatening injuries. They continue to exemplify service before self as they serve and protect our families.”
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is on scene due to the nature of this investigation.
“Our two officers are being treated for their injuries and are expected to make a full recovery,” said Lt. Kilmer.
“The Palm Bay Police Department would like to extend our deepest appreciation to our officers and to the law enforcement agencies that have assisted our police family during this difficult time. Additionally, thank you to the citizens of our community for their tremendous support throughout this challenging situation.”
At this time, we will not be releasing the names of our officers or that of the decedent. As new information becomes available, we will update this release.
“Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to the families involved in this incident and to the families of our officers,’ said the Palm Bay Police Department in a released statement.
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