Suspect injured after shootout with police in Chester: officials

An investigation is underway after an officer-involved shooting unfolded in Chester late Wednesday night.

What we know:

Officials say police officers returned fire after being shot at on the 100 block of West 21st Street around 11:30 p.m.

The suspect was injured by police gunfire and taken to a local hospital for treatment. 

No police officers were injured during the shooting.

What we don't know:

Further details have yet to be released, including what led to the officer-involved shooting and the identity of the suspect.

What's next:

Officials say the suspect will "be charged with the appropriate crimes in due course."

The Source: Information from this article was provided by Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer.

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