Suspect shot by Phoenix officer after reportedly pointing weapon at police helicopter

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A suspect is accused of pointing a weapon at a Phoenix police helicopter, leading to a shooting involving an officer late Monday night.

According to Phoenix Police Sgt. John Buchanan, officers received a 911 call about an aggravated assault at a convenience store near 75th Avenue and Van Buren Street around 10 p.m. Investigators say the suspect pointed a gun at the victim and later drove away from the area…

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