FORT WORTH, Texas – A man was shot by Fort Worth police after they say he robbed a 24-hour vape shop with a crowbar. The incident occurred late Thursday night at a vape shop in the city.
According to police, the man entered the shop with a crowbar and demanded money from the employees. When officers arrived at the scene, they confronted the suspect who refused to comply with their commands. The situation escalated, and the suspect was shot by the police. He was then taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
The officers involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation. The Fort Worth Police Department is conducting an internal and criminal investigation into the incident. The identity of the suspect has not been released at this time.
Robberies in businesses like vape shops are not uncommon, and many owners have taken steps to increase their security measures in recent years. The incident has sparked discussions about the safety of employees and customers in 24-hour establishments. It has also reignited debates about police use of force in high-pressure situations.
The man shot by Fort Worth police after allegedly robbing a 24-hour vape shop with a crowbar is currently in critical condition at a local hospital. Investigations are ongoing, and the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave. The incident has prompted discussions about the safety of employees and customers in 24-hour establishments and has raised questions about police use of force.