A man was shot by an officer in downtown Colorado Springs on Sunday morning, following a street altercation at the intersection of Pikes Peak and Nevada. The incident occurred when an officer, who was patrolling the area, attempted to handle the situation.

According to deputies, the man was armed and started running after the police ordered him to drop his weapon. In response, one officer fired at the suspect, resulting in serious injuries. The wounded man was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.

As a standard procedure, the officer involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office has taken over the investigation, aiming to gather further details about the incident.

Authorities are currently withholding additional information about the incident, including the identities of those involved. Updates on the investigation will be provided as they become available.

The incident highlights the challenging nature of law enforcement's duties and the potential dangers officers face while working on the streets. The community and concerned citizens await further developments regarding the ongoing investigation.