Seven San Antonio police officers were shot by a barricaded suspect Wednesday night, the city's police chief said.

San Antonio Police Chief William McManus held an impromptu press conference near the incident around 10:30 p.m. and explained to local media about what transpired. It was initially reported that only four police officers were shot during the incident.

Seven San Antonio Police Department officers were shot while responding to a call Wednesday night and the suspect was found dead after an hourslong standoff, officials said.