Officer-involved shooting reported in west Joplin

An officer-involved shooting took place near 25th and Annie Baxter in west Joplin this morning.

No police officers were injured, according to reports from the Joplin Police Department.

A statement released by the Capt. William Davis of the JPD reads as follows:

“Officers utilized patrol vehicles to park in front of and behind the suspect vehicle. While trying to gain compliance with the occupant, the man began using the stolen vehicle to ram two JPD patrol cars.

“During this time an officer involved shooting took place. Following the shooting, the suspect was rendered aid and transported to Freeman Hospital for treatment of his injuries. He is currently in critical condition.

“The suspect has been identified as Scott Peggram, age 35 of Joplin.

“One officer was examined at a local hospital for injuries but was later released.

“Three officers from JPD were involved in the shooting and all three have been placed on paid administrative leave per department policy. The Missouri State Highway Patrol was requested to conduct an investigation into this incident and that is currently active and ongoing.

“Further updates will be released as information becomes available.”