Police Chase Ends in Fatal Shooting in Brooklyn
A high-speed police chase on Thursday in New York City ended with a passenger in the car shot to death by officers and the driver wounded.
Surprising Discovery
Police only discovered there was an infant inside the car after they had stopped the vehicle and fired multiple rounds, Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey said during an afternoon news conference.
Heroic Moment
“At a certain point, while officers were engaged, one of the officers started yelling, ‘baby, baby’ to tell officers to stop firing,” said Maddrey, explaining how an officer then jumped inside the car and removed the infant from the back seat.
Chase and Shooting
The incident began around 3 p.m. when police were notified of possible shots fired in Brooklyn by the gunshot detection system ShotSpotter. Maddrey said a witness described seeing a vehicle with an out-of-state license plate hanging by a screw, which police later found and subsequently followed.
The car then sped up and ran multiple red lights until it stopped in heavy traffic. When officers approached the car with guns drawn, demanding the occupants show their hands, he said a male passenger tried to exit and pointed a gun at the police. As the officers fired at him, the woman driver attempted to run off but was later apprehended, he said.
Injuries and Arrests
She suffered two gunshot wounds to her thigh. It was unclear whether she was shot by police. The male passenger was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation Ongoing
Police have not yet released the name of the man who was killed but said he was wanted for a homicide that occurred in March. Maddrey said none of the officers involved were shot and the baby was taken safely to a local hospital.
Conclusion
The investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear what led the passengers to attempt to evade the police or why they had a gun in the vehicle. The incident highlights the dangers that police officers face every day and the importance of training and quick decision-making in high-pressure situations.
FAQs
Q: How did the police become aware of the possible shots fired?
A: The police were notified of possible shots fired in Brooklyn by the gunshot detection system ShotSpotter.
Q: Why did the car speed away from the police?
A: The car sped away from the police after the witness reported seeing a vehicle with an out-of-state license plate hanging by a screw.
Q: Who was the male passenger shot and killed?
A: The police have not yet released the name of the man who was killed, but said he was wanted for a homicide that occurred in March.
Q: Is the investigation ongoing?
A: Yes, the investigation is ongoing, and the police are still gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
