Santa Cruz Police responded to "multiple critical incidents" in the county after a shooting happened in the area. According to the county Sheriff's Office, there is still an "active threat" in the area of Alba Road and Highway 9 in Ben Lomond.
According to unconfirmed reports by local media, a suspected gunman has stolen two vehicles at gunpoint in the Felton area and shot at a police officer and hit another with a car while trying to escape.
Police announced that one suspect has been taken into custody, noting that the investigation is ongoing and urging public to stay away from the area.
A video allegedly showing the arrest of a suspect appeared in social media.
Several other videos revealing that the police used a helicopter to investigate the area emerged on social media.
Initial reports said there was at least one suspect that was "still outstanding".
There were no immediate reports of casualties.
A video allegedly showing heavy police presence in the area has been shared in social media.
No further details were immediately available.