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Deadly West Hartford officer involved shooting investigation continues

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WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (WTIC Radio) - A deadly officer-involved shooting in West Hartford is under investigation.

West Hartford Police say one of their officers discharged their firearm, striking an individual, in the 900 block of New Britain Avenue around 5 p.m. Tuesday, near Town Fair Tire.

Life-saving measures were attempted on the individual who was shot. They were taken to an area hospital where they later died.

The officer who was involved in the incident suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital for treatment and evaluation.

The shooting left New Britain Avenue closed to all traffic and pedestrians until after 11 a.m. Wednesday.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Office of the Inspector General at (203) 806-1595.