Shots Fired During Apparent Break-In Attempt - 04/21/26

On Tuesday, April 21, at approximately 4:55 a.m., officers with the Medford Police Department responded to a report of a person in mental distress in the 600 block of South Oakdale Avenue. A caller reported that a neighbor in an adjacent apartment was screaming and behaving erratically.

While officers were en route, additional information indicated that the individual was attempting to break into a neighboring apartment using an axe. The occupant of that apartment discharged a firearm, striking the suspect.

Upon arrival, officers located the suspect, identified as 22-year-old Julian Moon Haight, suffering from a gunshot wound to an extremity. Officers provided emergency medical aid until he was transported to a local hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment.

No other individuals were injured during the incident.

This case remains under investigation. Additional information, including any potential criminal charges, will be released as it becomes available.