Multiple police officers struck by gunfire in active North Carolina SWAT situation

Multiple police officers were struck by gunfire at a crime scene in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Monday afternoon, according to police.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department reported that "numerous" officers were shot at the scene in the 5000 block of Galway Drive, which is in the Shannon Park neighborhood. As of 2:55 p.m., the situation was still considered active and multiple victims were transported to local hospitals.

"Avoid the area," the police department said. "Many roads are closed for faster ambulance transport.