NYPD Involved Shooting in Queens After Mental Health Episode

Incident Overview

• 🚨 NYPD officers responded to a 911 call in Jamaica Hills, Queens, regarding a man experiencing a mental health episode.
• 📍 The incident occurred around 10:25 AM at 8465 Parsons Boulevard, where a family member reported a 22-year-old male with a history of mental issues was throwing glass.

Confrontation and Escalation

• 🔪 Upon arrival, officers encountered the male in the kitchen, who then retrieved a large kitchen knife and advanced towards them.
• ⚠️ A family member's attempt to restrain the individual was unsuccessful, and the man did not comply with repeated warnings to drop the knife.
• 🚪 Officers retreated and attempted to isolate the individual by closing a glass door, but the armed male pushed through and continued to advance.

Use of Force and Aftermath

• 💥 Shots were fired by officers after the armed individual continued to advance with the knife.
• 🏥 The man, who was reportedly naked except for a blanket and handcuffed when placed in an ambulance, was struck by gunfire and is in stable condition at Jamaica Hospital.
• 📹 The entire incident was captured on body-worn cameras and is under review by the Force Investigation Division.
• 🗣️ Mayor Adams was briefed on the shooting and stated the NYPD is assessing the situation and committed to keeping New Yorkers informed.
• 🚑 The officers involved were taken to the hospital for evaluation.