India, July 29 -- A police officer was reportedly shot by a suspect armed with an assault rifle in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, on Monday. According to the X account Viral News NYC, the incident is unfolding at Blackstone building on Park Avenue between East 51st and East 52nd Streets. NYPD has locked down the area and issued a shelter-in-place order.

Journalist Oliya Scootercaster also reported from the scene, posting on X, "Active shooter situation on Park Ave near E 52nd St in Manhattan. One man confirmed shot, possibly with an AR-15. About 100 people reportedly hiding from the gunman. Massive NYPD response."

Police have not yet confirmed the reports.

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