The Latest on the officer-involved shooting

By: News Staff

news@abc6.com

Woonsocket Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that injured a 19-year-old man.

According to police, they reported to an area of Elm Street where there was an altercation involving several people.

Witnesses say that one victim was cut with a machete or a similar type of weapon; another person was hit with a pipe. Police attempted to interview a suspect, Mitchell Savard from Woonsocket, but he fled on foot.

Police say after a brief pursuit on foot, Savard was shot in the back by an officer near an apartment building on Road Street.

Police believe Savard participated in the disturbances and violence.

Officials continue to investigate. 

Woonsocket Police Chief says Mitchell Savard is being charged with obstructing, disorderly conduct

Officer Rochette is on paid administrative leave per protocol. Police continue to investigate.

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