A retired New York City correction officer, Bruce Boyd, 54, was shot and killed by Suffolk County police outside his Brentwood home after he allegedly charged at them wielding a knife. Police were called for a welfare check and found Boyd bleeding from multiple self-inflicted stab wounds while he reportedly threatened his wife.
Despite officers’ commands to drop the weapon, Boyd advanced towards them, prompting at least one officer to open fire. Boyd, who had served with the Department of Corrections for over two decades, was rushed to South Shore University Hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after. Colleagues expressed shock at the incident, highlighting Boyd’s reputation as a dedicated officer and mentor within the department.
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