BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Early Saturday morning, on October 5th, Bridgeport police responded to a call about an emotionally disturbed person at a home on the 100 block of Terry Place.
Upon arrival, police say they encountered 45-year-old Huntley Jackson, who was wielding a knife, which lead to an officer-involved shooting.
One of the officers that responded to the scene was stabbed by Jackson in the shoulder, neck, and head, police say. They were quickly taken to a nearby hospital to be treated, but was released later on.
Jackson was taken to Saint Vincent’s Hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
According to police, he is charged with multiple offences, including attempted murder and assault.
The incident remains under investigation by the Officer of the Inspector General, Connecticut State Police, and the State Attorney’s Office.
Officers involved have been placed on modified duty pending the investigation.
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