At least 5 Houston police officers shot, suspect down

At least five Houston police officers were shot in an encounter with a suspect Monday night, according to the city's police department.

Police issued a statement on Twitter and saying five officers were shot.

"HPD responding to a scene at 7800 Harding where officers have been struck with gunfire following an encounter with a suspect," the tweet said. "Officers are en route to the hospital. Please avoid the area and yield for emergency vehicles. Further updates will be provided as available."

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said on Twitter that the suspect is down.