Introduction to the Incident
An off-duty NYPD officer allegedly shot a man who attempted to rob her in Midtown on Wednesday night, sources reported.
Photo by Dean Moses
Details of the Shooting
While details are still emerging, sources familiar with the apparent police shooting say a female off-duty cop was traveling home after her shift with her husband — also an off-duty officer — inside the transit hub at around 7:05 p.m. on Sept. 24 when a man attempted to rob them.
The robbery attempt happened near the platform between tracks 18 and 19 of the Long Island Rail Road, according to information on the Citizen app.
The Robbery Attempt and Police Response
During the robbery, sources said, the female officer fired her handgun, striking the suspect.
Sources close to the investigation said the suspected robber, a 32-year-old man with a rap sheet that included five other arrests, was hit in the arm and abdomen. EMS rushed him to Bellevue Hospital; he is expected to recover from his injuries. Charges are pending at this time.
The robbery attempt happened near the platform between tracks 18 and 19 of the Long Island Rail Road, according to information on the Citizen app.
Photo by Dean Moses
While details are still emerging, sources familiar with the apparent police shooting say a female off-duty cop was traveling home after her shift with her husband — also an off-duty officer — inside the transit hub at around 7:05 p.m. on Sept. 24 when a man attempted to rob them.
Photo by Dean Moses
Investigation and Aftermath
Neither the officer nor her husband was believed to have been injured, it was reported. An investigation is underway.
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Conclusion
The incident at Penn Station highlights the risks and challenges faced by law enforcement officers, even when they are off-duty. The swift response of the female officer likely prevented further harm, and the investigation will provide more details about the events surrounding the shooting.
FAQs
Q: What happened at Penn Station on Wednesday night?
A: An off-duty NYPD officer allegedly shot a man who attempted to rob her and her husband, also an off-duty officer, near the Long Island Rail Road platform.
Q: Was anyone injured in the incident?
A: The suspected robber, a 32-year-old man, was shot in the arm and abdomen but is expected to recover. Neither the officer nor her husband was injured.
Q: Is an investigation underway?
A: Yes, an investigation into the incident is currently ongoing.
Q: What are the charges against the suspected robber?
A: Charges are pending at this time.
