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A 25-year-old officer from the New York Police Department exchanged gunfire with an assailant on Monday morning, resulting in the suspect’s death. This incident was detailed by NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch during a press briefing.
Police were in the process of securing a crime scene that involved a deceased shooting victim on the sidewalk and a collection of shell casings inside a building. According to Commissioner Tisch, a man suddenly opened an apartment door and fired a shotgun at an officer from close range, injuring him on the left side of his face.
“The officer’s injuries suggest he was hit by birdshot pellets fired from a shotgun. In response, the officer returned fire, while the suspect retreated and barricaded himself inside the apartment,” Tisch explained.
The commissioner confirmed that the suspect was later found deceased at the scene.
The incident occurred in Brooklyn on November 17, 2025, where the officer, after being shot in the face, managed to fire back at the suspect. The New York Police Department has since reported that the officer is recovering from his injuries. (Photo credit: Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
“We believe the suspect was shot by the injured officer who returned fire once he was shot in the face,” another official said during the press briefing. “We don’t believe that there was a self-inflicted wound,” he said.
The injured officer was greeted by applause from other officers when he was released from the hospital.
Mayor Eric Adams noted that he talked with the police officer.
Mayor Eric Adams listens to a question during a town hall at Sunnyside Community Services Older Adult Center on Feb. 12, 2025, in Queens, New York City. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
“Just spoke to Officer Waris who was guarding a crime scene when he was senselessly shot this morning in Brooklyn. I’m glad to hear that he will be released from the hospital shortly and that he is expected to make a speedy recovery. Him and his family will remain in my prayers. All New Yorkers owe thanks to Officer Waris and the other officers who responded to this incident for their service and bravery,” Adams noted in a post on X.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani listens a question during a press conference at the Unisphere in the Queens, New York City, Nov. 5, 2025. (Stephani Spindel/VIEWpress)
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani also commented on the shooting.
“My thoughts are with the NYPD officer who was shot this morning in Brownsville and I am praying for his recovery. I’m grateful to law enforcement for their quick response and I will continue to monitor the situation as it develops,” he noted in a post on X.
An NYPD vehicle parked near Union Square Park in Manhattan. (Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul commented on the situation as well, with an X post.
“Praying for the full recovery of the officer shot and injured in Brooklyn this morning. We’re closely monitoring the situation, and @nyspolice stand ready to assist. Grateful to @NYPDnews and all first responders for their swift response,” Hochul said.
