Police Shoot Man Accused of Holding Knife in the Bronx

Incident Occurs on East 148th Street

Police opened fire on a man allegedly wielding a knife in the Bronx on Sunday evening, the second time cops shot a person over the weekend.

Shooting Occurred at 5:40 p.m.

The NYPD said officers shot at the man around 5:40 p.m. on East 148th Street. He was struck at least once, but the extent of the man’s injuries wasn’t immediately clear.

Man Transported to Lincoln Hospital

Medics transported the man to Lincoln Hospital and police said he was expected to survive.

Knife Recovered at the Scene

The knife reportedly in the man’s possession was recovered at the scene, according to the NYPD.

Press Conference Scheduled

Police officials were expected to hold a press conference later on Sunday to provide additional details.

Second Incident in Two Days

On Friday night, police shot a man in Brooklyn after allegedly pointing a gun at an NYPD sergeant during a foot chase. A 50-year-old man was taken to the hospital and was being treated for critical injuries.

FAQs

* When did the shooting occur?
+ Sunday evening, around 5:40 p.m.
* Where did the shooting occur?
+ East 148th Street in the Bronx
* What was the man armed with?
+ A knife
* Is the man’s condition known?
+ He is expected to survive, but the extent of his injuries is not immediately clear
* Will there be a press conference?
+ Yes, police officials are expected to hold a press conference later on Sunday to provide additional details