Authorities are investigating what they described as a fatal officer-involved shooting in Boylston, Massachusetts, on Wednesday, according to the Worcester County District Attorney's Office.
The DA did not say how the officer was involved or who had been killed.
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The incident began with reports of a shooting at a home on Central Street in Boylston about 10 a.m., Massachusetts State Police said, referring further questions to Boylston police and the Worcester County District Attorney's Office. Boylston police said they were searching for an "armed and dangerous" suspect in connection with that case.
Late Wednesday afternoon the DA said they were investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in town, but did not specify if it was the same shooting. The DA added that there is no threat to the general public. It was not clear if investigators are still searching for a suspect.
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There was a large police presence on Central Street and French Drive Wednesday afternoon, including K9 and drone units, Boylston police said.
NBC10 Boston has reached out to the district attorney's office for more information.
