Suspect 'Down,' Officer Hospitalized After Shooting Near I-10 in Goodyear

Goodyear police confirm an officer-involved shooting with a suspect and officer injuries

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Goodyear police responded to an incident near Interstate 10 and Litchfield Road on Tuesday afternoon, where they confirmed a suspect is 'down' and an officer was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Details are limited, but the Litchfield Road exit on eastbound I-10 is currently restricted, while the exit ramp on the westbound side is closed.

Why it matters

Officer-involved shootings are a sensitive and high-profile issue, raising questions about use of force, public safety, and police-community relations. This incident adds to the ongoing tally of such events in the Phoenix metro area and across Arizona.

The details

According to Goodyear police, officers responded to a shopping plaza near Interstate 10 and Litchfield Road around 4 p.m. on Tuesday. The suspect is 'down' and one officer was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The Litchfield Road exit on eastbound I-10 is currently restricted, while the exit ramp on the westbound side is closed.

  • The incident occurred around 4 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2026.

The players

Goodyear Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and is investigating the officer-involved shooting incident.

Suspect

An unidentified individual who was involved in the incident and is now 'down'.

Injured Officer

A Goodyear police officer who was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries following the incident.

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What’s next

The Goodyear Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident and will likely provide more details as the situation develops.

The takeaway

This officer-involved shooting highlights the ongoing challenges and sensitivities around the use of force by law enforcement, and the need for continued dialogue and reform efforts to improve public safety and community trust.