DPS NEWS

Report of Shots Fired on I-215 West California Ave off ramp.

On September 18, 2020 at 2201 hours dispatch advised of a shots fired call at I-215 West and California Avenue off ramp. The caller was a driver of a semi-truck that stated he stopped at the Flying J on 900 West and 2100 South. The driver continued by saying the he was being shot at and that two people were on top of his truck. The driver then stated that he was going to drive to the UPS shipping area to find a security guard. Shortly thereafter, troopers arrived on scene and had the driver exit the vehicle. Driver was detained as other troopers cleared the truck. After investigating, it was determined that no shots were fired. Medical and UTIP have been called out to do an evaluation and inspection on the driver. Troopers are looking to put the driver out of service and call the company to come and get the truck and trailer.