MESA, AZ — Officers with the Mesa Police Department were involved in a shooting Friday morning.
The incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. in a neighborhood near Stapley Drive and Main Street.
Police say the incident started with officers tracking a stolen work vehicle to the area. When officers arrived to locate the vehicle, 25-year-old Pedro Garcia came out of a residence and approached the vehicle.
Police add that when Garcia was questioned about the stolen vehicle, he pulled a knife out of his waistband and lunged at officers.
That's when two officers fired a total of three shots at Garcia.
Nobody was struck by the gunfire.
The suspect retreated and allegedly would not comply with commands. Eventually, bean bag rounds and a Taser were used to take the man into custody.
The suspect faces felony charges.
Police say Garcia admitted to stealing the vehicle from Tempe.
Several people have reportedly been detained as officers continue to investigate. It's unclear if those people are involved at all.
Further details on this developing story have not yet been released. Stay with ABC15 for updates.
