JACKSONVILLE, Fla — The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is investigating after an officer was shot multiple times while serving a search warrant, according to police.
"His vest saved his life today, no doubt about it," said Sheriff Mike Williams at a news conference detailing the incident.
JSO was assisting the DEA in serving a search warrant in the area of 7200 Rutledge Pearson Drive, just a few blocks away from Ribault High School.
At some point, shots were fired and a 19-year veteran with JSO was shot multiple times, according to police.
Two people were taken into custody, police said. The officer is recovering at home, JSO said.