Man dies in police shooting after allegedly threatening family with knife in Fullerton
A man has died following an officer-involved shooting in Fullerton.
Police were dispatched to the 700 block of W. Orangethorpe Avenue in response to a report of a man armed with a knife, threatening a family member.
The 9-1-1 call, made at approximately 11:51 p.m. on Saturday, stated that the suspect, a 19-year-old male, had swung a knife at his father.
Upon arrival, officers found the man matching the description of the suspect on a sidewalk. Despite being given multiple commands, he refused to comply.
At one point, police said the man lifted his shirt and pulled out what appeared to be a handgun. This led to an officer-involved shooting.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities later discovered a pellet gun resembling a Smith & Wesson handgun near the location.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Any additional witnesses or victims are urged to contact Fullerton PD Detective N. Valdes at (714) 738-6754.
