State Police investigate fatal shooting involving State Police member in Carthage

CARTHAGE- A suspect wanted on a Lewis County bench warrant for felony rape is now dead after being shot by police during an encounter with authorities Wednesday afternoon in Jefferson County.

Troopers said they initiated a stop shortly before 2:00 p.m. on West Street in the village of Carthage, NY – with aims of apprehending a man who was wanted on a Lewis County bench warrant in connection with felony rape in the first-degree.

During this encounter, investigators say the suspect pointed a handgun at authorities and did not comply with commands to disarm.

As a result, a State Trooper fired their weapon and struck the man.

Law enforcement on scene immediately began rendering medical aid, though the suspect was pronounced deceased after being rushed to Carthage Area Hospital.

The investigation remains ongoing and the New York Attorney General’s Office has been notified.

Flack Broadcasting will share any new developments that surface.

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