Shooting Shuts Down 5 Freeway in Burbank, Injures Police K-9

Freeway Closure and Manhunt

• freeway lanes in Burbank were shut down due to a shooting incident.
• 🚨 Authorities initiated a manhunt for a suspect who reportedly opened fire near the 5 Freeway.
• 🚗 Traffic was diverted off the northbound 5 Freeway at Buena Vista Street as officers investigated.

Police K-9 Injured

• 🐶 A police K-9 named Spike was reportedly shot during the pursuit of a suspect.
• 🏥 Witnesses reported that the canine was taken to a nearby hospital.
• 🩺 Spike is currently in surgery, with his condition unknown at this time, according to a Burbank Police social media post.

Ongoing Investigation

• 🔍 Police are actively searching for the suspect who allegedly shot the police canine.
• ⚠️ The public is advised to avoid the area until further notice.
• ❓ The exact reason for the suspect firing and what they were looking for remains unknown.