Indianapolis officer shot responding to shoplifting call
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}An Indianapolis police officer has been shot after responding to a call about a shoplifter.
Cpt. Jerry Leary says the shooting happened Sunday evening when an officer spotted a suspect and a struggle ensued. An officer was shot and the suspect fled.
The suspect was apprehended later.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The officer was treated at the scene and was alert and conscious. The officer has not been identified pending notification of family.
No other information was immediately released.