The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday night in Lawrence, Kansas.
The Lawrence Police Department contacted the KBI on Sunday, Oct. 2, to request assistance investigating the shooting.
Shortly after 5:30 p.m., the Lawrence Police Department received a report of a burglary and broken window at a residence at 1715 E. 21st Terrace in Lawrence. When they responded, they learned a male subject was likely inside. The homeowner was not present at the time.
Officers did not enter the residence. They were attempting to learn more information about the suspect.
The man, identified as 43 year old Michael S. Blanck, of Lawrence, eventually came out of the residence. Officers then attempted to make verbal contact with him at the front of the house. Blanck then pulled out a handgun and pointed it at officers. Three of the five responding officers fired, striking Blanck multiple. The shooting occurred at around 7:20 p.m.
EMS pronounced Blanck dead at the scene. No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
This investigation is ongoing. No further information will be released at this time.
