NYPD says officer shot in friendly fire as police sought to subdue fare evader

A police officer and a suspect were shot during a tense confrontation at a subway station in Brownsville, Brooklyn, following an attempt to detain a fare evader. The incident unfolded when two NYPD officers approached a 37-year-old man who had not paid his fare, prompting him to make threats and eventually pull a knife. After multiple commands were given to the suspect, officers attempted to subdue him with a taser, which did not work. As the situation escalated inside a train, officers opened fire, resulting in injuries to the suspect, the officer, and two bystanders. The officer, who has been with the NYPD for ten years, was rushed to Brookdale Hospital and is anticipated to recover.

Meanwhile, the suspect, described as a "career criminal" with over 20 arrests, is hospitalized in critical condition. The incident raises concerns about subway safety and the challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing fare evasion. Investigators are currently reviewing video footage to determine the specifics of the gunfire, including the possibility of friendly fire.