A two-hour standoff on Lincoln Boulevard in Bedford ended with a man shot dead by police. Police said the man, whose identity has not been released, fired several shots at officers but missed. He shot the windshield of a police cruiser, they said.
The man did not live on the street, neighbors said. Officers chased his vehicle there after they responded to a call from his family saying he was distraught and wanted to commit suicide, according to police.
Police blocked off Lincoln, and the man could be seen pacing in the street with a shotgun. He appeared to try to shoot at the ground and a white propane tank he had taken from the Blazer, witnesses said. Witnesses said he also fired at police.
He fired a round at police about 6:45 p.m. and officers returned fire. An ambulance quickly moved in to treat him but he died about 7 p.m.
Knowing many of the Bedford Police officers, I will be confident in stating this will be ruled a justifiable shooting. Having seen them in action on several occasions, it can be said they proceed with extreme caution and are very disciplined in their use of any type of force.
My heart goes out the BPD and especially this officer.
To all at the BPD - Thank You for keeping us safe!
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