Man Injured in Bullhead City Police Shooting

Police responded to reported burglary, shooting occurred after suspect fled and refused commands

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A man was injured after being shot by Bullhead City police officers late Saturday night. Police were called to a neighborhood on the city's south side for a reported burglary, and when they arrived, the man believed to be involved fled on foot. After a pursuit, the man refused to comply with officers' commands and was reportedly holding a knife. He then moved towards the officers, at which point they shot him. The man sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and no officers were hurt.

Why it matters

Police shootings involving civilians, especially those who may have mental health issues or are in crisis, are a sensitive and controversial topic. This incident raises questions about use of force policies, de-escalation tactics, and how law enforcement responds to suspected property crimes.

The details

According to the investigation by Lake Havasu City police, Bullhead City officers responded to a call about a possible burglary just before 11:30 pm on Saturday. When they arrived, they made contact with a man believed to be involved, but he fled on foot. After a pursuit, the man refused to comply with officers' commands and was reportedly holding a knife. He then moved towards the officers, leading them to open fire and shoot the man. The unidentified man sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and no officers were hurt during the incident.

  • Police responded to the reported burglary call just before 11:30 pm on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Bullhead City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the reported burglary and was involved in the shooting incident.

Lake Havasu City Police Department

The agency that is investigating the shooting incident involving the Bullhead City police officers.

Unidentified Man

The individual who was shot by Bullhead City police officers after fleeing from them and refusing to comply with commands.

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What’s next

The shooting remains under investigation by the Lake Havasu City Police Department.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the complex and sensitive nature of police interactions with civilians, especially those who may be in crisis or not complying with commands. It raises important questions about use of force policies, de-escalation tactics, and how law enforcement responds to suspected property crimes.