Suicidal person shot and killed by police officers in Goodyear following confrontation, department says

GOODYEAR, Ariz. - A suicidal man was shot and killed during a confrontation with Goodyear officers on the evening of Saturday, Nov. 12, police said.

The department says just after 5:30 p.m., officers responded to a home near Golf Club Drive and Desert Sage for reports of a suicidal person stabbing themselves.

Police claimed they could see a puddle of blood inside the house, and that's when they entered. 

Officers reportedly told him to drop a knife he was holding, but he ignored commands and started approaching them.

That's when police opened fire, killing him.

The man was identified as 26-year-old Adam Romero.

No officers were hurt.

"This is an open and ongoing investigation and as more information is known, updates will come from Surprise Police Department who is the investigating agency from the West Valley Investigative Response Team. This is an isolated incident and there is no danger to the surrounding community," the department said.

If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text HOME to 741-741 (Crisis Text Line).