New York State Police are currently investigating a shooting involving a police officer in the village of Walton, according to an official release.
The incident reportedly occurred on September 4 around 3:30 a.m., when an officer was dispatched to a mental health call at a residence on Griswold Street. The officer made contact with a male inside the residence, and while conversing, the man allegedly raised what appeared to be a gun at the officer, according to the release.
Officials say the officer retreated from the man, who was not listening to calls for him to drop his weapon. When the man allegedly pointed the suspected gun at the officer a second time, officials say the officer dispatched his duty weapon and struck the man.
The officer called for EMS and rendered emergency aid to the male, who was later pronounced dead at the scene.
Officials say that the investigation is still ongoing, with further details to come.
