On February 18, a police officer in New York was shot while attempting to serve a warrant in the Vladeck Houses public housing complex on the Lower East Side. At around 8:45 a.m., during the operation, a man inside the apartment opened fire, injuring one officer in the arm. The officer was transported to Bellevue Hospital, where he is expected to recover. The gunman also sustained injuries and was taken to the same hospital. Authorities are advising the public to avoid the area as the investigation continues.
A police officer was shot Tuesday morning while attempting to serve a warrant on the Lower East Side when a man inside an apartment opened fire.
Both the officer and the gunman were struck by gunfire and transported to Bellevue Hospital, where both are reported to be conscious and alert.
NYPD sources confirmed that the officer, who was shot in the arm, is expected to survive his injuries and is receiving treatment.
Due to the ongoing investigation, police are advising the public to stay clear of the area where the shooting occurred.
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