A 28-year-old North Andover police officer, Kelsey E. Fitzsimmons, was shot by fellow officers during a court-ordered intervention at her home, sparking an ongoing investigation.

New court documents reveal that her fiancé, Justin Aylaian—also a North Andover officer—feared she would harm their infant son and herself. He obtained a restraining order on June 30, citing concerns over suicidal threats and alleged past violence during her pregnancy.

The order was served just two hours before Fitzsimmons was shot once in the chest during an armed confrontation with police. She was off duty at the time and is now in stable condition.

Fitzsimmons had previously been hospitalized for postpartum depression in March, surrendered her firearms, and was placed on administrative leave. Her license to carry was reinstated in June, but it’s unclear if her weapons were returned.

The restraining order followed a June 28 incident in Maine, where Aylaian claimed she punched him and behaved erratically while intoxicated. He also alleged she threatened to take the baby away and has previously expressed suicidal ideation.

The order, active until at least July 14, bars Fitzsimmons from possessing firearms and requires her to stay away from Aylaian and his residence. He is also seeking full custody of their son.

Fitzsimmons joined the department in May 2024 and previously worked for the Essex County Sheriff’s Department.

Essex County DA Paul Tucker confirmed three officers were sent to serve the order when the shooting occurred. He declined to say whether Fitzsimmons was armed and noted that North Andover officers do not wear body cameras.

The case has sparked intense reactions on social media, with commenters raising concerns about mental health, police procedures, and departmental oversight.