Police were called to the area of Pico and Sawtelle boulevards near the 405 Freeway around 5 p.m. for a report of an assault by a man armed with a knife, according to LAPD Det. Meghan Aguilar.
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A solo officer in a cruiser pulled up to the area and spotted someone matching the description. Police say when the officer exited the vehicle, the man charged at him with a knife. The officer fired, striking the man.
The man was brought to a local hospital for surgery. Several hours later, police announced he was pronounced dead at the hospital. His name has not been released, but he was described as a man believed to be in his late 20s or early 30s.
The officer incurred minor injuries when he fell to the ground during the incident.
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Officials are continuing to gather evidence, including witness statements, video surveillance and body camera footage.