ISP provide update on injured officers shot by suspect in Gibson City

The Illinois State Police (ISP) continues its search for 70-year-old David Jordan, wanted in connection with a shooting that injured two police officers in Gibson City last weekend.  It was Saturday, 8/9 at approximately 2:31 am when officers from the Gibson City Police Department and Ford County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 100 block of Ash Street in Gibson City for the report of a naked man, later identified as Jordan. While attempting to make contact with Jordan at his residence, the two officers were both struck by gunfire.

The 6-year veteran Ford County Sheriff deputy was shot in the left knee and left arm. The Gibson City Police officer with one year of experience was shot in the left hip. Neither officer fired their weapons during the incident. Both officers were transported to area hospitals and treated for their injuries. Both officers were released from the hospital the next day.  Both officers were placed on paid administrative leave.

Anybody who has any information about Jordan’s whereabouts is asked to call their local police or submit a tip on ISP’s Crime Tip website. ISP does not believe there to be an active threat to the public, but citizens are asked not to approach Jordan if they encounter him, and instead call 911.  ISP will continue to investigate Jordan’s whereabouts and review all received tips. 

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