Off-Duty NYPD Officer Shoots Suspect During Attempted Robbery at Penn Station

Incident at Penn Station

• 🚨 A man was shot on an LIRR platform at Penn Station during the Wednesday evening commute, police say.
• 🎯 The incident occurred around 7:00 p.m. during an attempted robbery.

Off-Duty Officers Involved

• 👮 Two off-duty NYPD officers, a couple, were on the LIRR heading home when the suspect attempted to rob the male officer.
• 💥 A physical struggle ensued, spilling onto the platform.
• 🔫 The female officer, also off-duty and not in uniform, reportedly drew her weapon and fired.

Suspect and Officer Status

• 🤕 The suspect, a 32-year-old man, was shot in the arm and stomach and is expected to survive.
• ⚖️ The suspect has five prior arrests, including one for assault last month, and is in police custody.
• 🏥 Both officers were taken to the hospital for evaluation and treatment of minor injuries.
• ❓ It is unclear if the suspect was armed during the attempted robbery.