BREAKING: A knife-wielding man was shot by police in the Strawberry Mansion neighborhood of Philadelphia early this morning. The incident unfolded around 3 a.m. in the 1800 block of North Bailey Street as officers responded to a domestic disturbance.
According to authorities, the confrontation escalated when the man approached an officer while armed with a knife. In response to the threat, the officer fired a shot, striking the man in the chest. Emergency responders quickly transported him to Temple University Hospital. His condition remains unconfirmed as of this report.
Fortunately, the officer involved in the shooting was not injured during the encounter. Law enforcement is actively investigating the incident, and details are still emerging.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops. The Philadelphia Police Department is expected to hold a press briefing later today to provide further information. This incident raises serious concerns about public safety and police response in urban areas.
The community is urged to remain calm as investigators work to determine the specifics surrounding this incident. Further updates will be available on Action News and 6abc.com.
