Police shoot alleged gun-wielding man

CRENSHAW, Calif. Police responded to a call about a man with a gun around 5:20 a.m. in the 4300 block of West Jefferson Boulevard.

Once police arrived, officials said the man confronted them. That's when one officer opened fire.

The man was taken to a nearby hospital where he is currently in serious condition.

No officers were hurt.

Exactly what caused the officer to open fire on the man was not immediately available. An investigation is now underway.

CNS contributed to this report.

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