One police officer has died and another is undergoing emergency surgery after they were attacked in San Diego.
The city police department confirmed the fatality following the double shooting in the Southcrest area of the city last night.
A major manhunt is underway as residents are warned to 'shelter in place'.
The shooting is believed to have taken place in the 37 and Boston district in Southcrest.
Police confirmed they have arrested one suspect. A second armed man is currently on the run.
The officers have been taken to the Scripps Mercy Hospital for treatment.
San Diego police chief Shelley Zimmerman arrived at the hospital.
It is not known what prompted the attack on the two officers.
The shooting comes with law officers around the country on alert following the killing of officers in Dallas and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, this month.
- Two officers were shot and wounded in Southcrest area of San Diego
- Both officers were rushed to Scripps Mercy Hospital for treatment
- Residents have been warned to stay in doors during the manhunt
- The condition of the two officers is not yet known according to police
