Knife-Wielding Suspect Shot by Bullhead City Police

Suspect hospitalized after brief foot chase near Camino Del Rio Drive

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A knife-wielding suspect was shot by Bullhead City police officers late Saturday night following a brief foot pursuit in the area of Camino Del Rio Drive. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, was taken to a local hospital before being flown to a Las Vegas hospital. No officers were injured in the incident.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the challenges law enforcement face when responding to calls involving armed suspects. The use of force by police is a sensitive and often controversial topic, and this case will likely prompt further scrutiny and discussion around police tactics and protocols.

The details

According to police, officers received a call just before 11:30 p.m. on February 14 about a knife-wielding suspect who had allegedly burglarized a home. After a brief foot chase, officers fired their weapons, striking the suspect. The suspect was transported to a local hospital before being airlifted to a hospital in Las Vegas. The identity of the suspect and the officers involved have not been released.

  • The incident occurred just before 11:30 p.m. on February 14, 2026.
  • The suspect was transported to a local hospital before being flown to a Las Vegas hospital.

The players

Bullhead City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and shot the knife-wielding suspect.

Lake Havasu City Police Department

The outside agency that will be handling the investigation into the officer-involved shooting.

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What they’re saying

“As standard protocol in officer-involved shooting incidents, the involved officer has been placed on paid administrative leave and an outside agency will be handling the investigation.”

— Bullhead City Police Department (fox10phoenix.com)

What’s next

The Lake Havasu City Police Department will take over the investigation into the officer-involved shooting.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the difficult and dangerous situations law enforcement officers can face when responding to calls involving armed suspects. The investigation by the Lake Havasu City Police Department will aim to provide more clarity around the events leading up to the shooting and the use of force by the Bullhead City officers.