KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. (Jun. 5, 2026) — An armed man was shot and killed by police Friday morning in Klamath Falls following a domestic disturbance call, while a child was injured during the incident and remains hospitalized in stable condition, authorities said.
The incident occurred at approximately 9:33 a.m. on June 5 when officers with the Klamath Falls Police Department responded to the 900 block of East Main Street after receiving a 911 call requesting a welfare check at a residence.
According to authorities, officers made contact with an armed adult male at the home. During an altercation with the individual, responding officers discharged their weapons. The man was struck by gunfire and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A minor child was also injured during the incident and was transported to a hospital for treatment. Officials said the child is currently under medical care and is in stable condition.
No other injuries were reported.
The Klamath County Major Crimes Team was activated to investigate the officer-involved shooting, in accordance with standard protocol. The team includes representatives from the Oregon State Police, Klamath County Sheriff’s Office, Klamath Falls Police Department, Klamath County Parole and Probation, and the Klamath County District Attorney’s Office.
The Oregon State Police has been designated as the lead investigating agency.
Authorities said the officers involved in the shooting will be placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation, which is standard procedure in officer-involved shootings.
Officials have not released the identities of the deceased man, the injured child, or the officers involved.
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