West Palm Beach Police Officer Shot, Stable After Early-Morning Altercation

Early Tuesday morning, a West Palm Beach police officer was shot while responding to an altercation reported at a home on the 300 block of Baker Drive in the Palm Beach Lakes neighborhood. Upon arrival, officers were met with gunfire from inside the residence and returned fire during the confrontation. The officer who was shot was transported to a local hospital and is currently in stable condition. Authorities have not released information regarding any suspects, and the scene remains active as investigations continue. Police Chief Tony Araujo confirmed the details of the incident, emphasizing the officer's stable condition. This is an ongoing situation with updates expected as more information becomes available.