Chief Eddie Garcia said two Dallas officers were shot on Thursday morning when they responded to a call in Old East Dallas.
The agents had responded shortly after 11:00 am in the 5300 block of Bonita Avenue, near North Henderson Avenue, where the suspect had threatened to hurt his wife, police said.
Garcia said the officers were immediately met by gunfire. He thanked Dallas Fire-Rescue for providing cover for the police to remove the injured officers from the scene.
The two officers had injuries to their lower legs and were taken to a local hospital in stable condition, according to Dallas Police Association director Mike Mata.
Tactical officers were also on the scene. Police were looking for the suspect and people were asked to avoid the area.
Additional details were not readily available.
This is a breaking news story and will be updated.