Rochester Police say they fatally shot an armed man on the city’s west side on Sunday morning.
At about 8:30 a.m., police responded to the 400 block of Murray St. for a 911 call about a male with a gun.
Police say that the suspect began to run and they chased him. As they crossed Murray St., officers say the suspect pulled out what appeared to be a handgun.
RPD says one officer fired at the suspect, who they say was a city resident in his 40s, hitting him at least once in the upper body. Police began to give medical aid and the man was taken to Strong Hospital where he later was pronounced dead.
No officers were injured and police say they did recover a gun from the scene. RPD's Major Crimes unit continues to investigate.
The NY State Attorney General's Office will also be investigating this incident, which is standard procedure when a civilian dies after a confrontation with someone from law enforcement.
The officer involved in the shooting will be placed on administrative leave until the investigation concludes.
Anyone with information is asked to call 911.
