Police Shoot Knife-Wielding Man Inside Brooklyn Methodist Hospital ER in Park Slope
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The incident unfolded after officers from the New York City Police Department responded to reports of a disturbed individual inside the hospital.
Police were directed to the seventh floor, where the man was allegedly brandishing a knife and behaving in a threatening manner, according to preliminary information from law-enforcement sources.
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What Happened Inside the Hospital
Officers attempted to subdue the man after locating him inside the facility. Authorities say de-escalation efforts were made, including the use of less-lethal options. When those measures failed and the situation continued to pose an immediate risk, police discharged their weapons, striking the suspect.
The man was injured and received emergency medical treatment at the hospital. His condition has not been publicly disclosed. No police officers, hospital staff, or patients were reported injured during the encounter.
Hospital Lockdown and Police Presence
Following the shooting, parts of the hospital were placed on temporary lockdown as officers secured the scene and conducted a sweep of the building. Visitors and non-essential personnel were restricted from certain areas, while emergency services continued operating.
Outside the hospital, a visible police presence drew attention from local residents. Several streets surrounding the medical center experienced brief traffic disruptions as investigators arrived and emergency vehicles staged nearby.
Ongoing Investigation
As with all police-involved shootings, the incident is now under internal review. Investigators are examining body-worn camera footage, witness statements, and hospital surveillance video to determine the full sequence of events. Authorities have not released the identity of the man involved or clarified why he was inside the hospital prior to the confrontation.
Hospital officials have not issued a detailed public statement, deferring questions to law enforcement while emphasizing that patient care and safety remain their top priorities.
Community Impact
The shooting has raised renewed concerns about security inside medical facilities, particularly emergency departments that are open to the public around the clock. Community members and patient advocates are calling for a careful review of hospital safety protocols while acknowledging the complexity of handling violent incidents in healthcare settings.
Police said additional information will be released as the investigation continues.
