A city-approved block party in Palatka, Florida, turned chaotic when a driver plowed through a crowd of people on Saturday night, May 9. Several people, including two Palatka police officers, fired at him, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
The incident led to several people being sent to area hospitals. It happened around 8 pm at the intersection of 20th and Eagle streets, deputies said.
The suspect is now in custody and is being treated for injuries sustained during the encounter. No injuries to law enforcement personnel have been reported.
The investigation is being led by the Palatka Police Department and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Authorities believe the incident was isolated.
