"Law enforcement sources said the dramatic incident unfolded on Bedford Street at 6th Avenue at around 10:53 p.m. on Jan. 8, when officers from the 6th Precinct were flagged down by the driver of a Dodge who told them that a white BMW had collided with them and was attempting to flee the scene. The BMW was stopped in traffic."
"When the officers approached, a 37-year-old driver exited the BMW and drew what appeared to be a firearm and pointed it at the officers, NYPD Assistant Chief James McCarthy said. The cops responded by opening fire, striking the suspect multiple times about the body, McCarthy said. Chief McCarthy stated that the suspect still clung to the apparent weapon even while he lay on the ground. Eyewitnesses said that cops could be heard screaming, Drop the gun! and We want to help you!"
The incident occurred on Bedford Street at 6th Avenue around 10:53 p.m. on Jan. 8 after a Dodge driver flagged down officers, reporting a white BMW collision and attempted flight. The BMW was stopped in traffic. A 37-year-old exited the BMW and drew an object that appeared to be a firearm, pointing it at officers. Officers opened fire, striking the suspect multiple times, and the suspect remained holding the apparent weapon while on the ground. EMS transported the man to Bellevue Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Police later confirmed the weapon was an air pistol that appeared realistic. Eyewitnesses reported multiple gunshots and shouts to drop the gun.
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