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02 Jun 2017 | 05:45 PM UTC

Denmark: Shooting incident reported near the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen June 2

Police shoot man who threatened them with a firearm near the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen on June 2; avoid the area

Informational

Event

Media sources reported a shooting incident near the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen on Friday, June 2. According to local media sources, police officers shot a man after he threatened them with a firearm near HC Andersens Boulevard. The police have cordoned off the area and are investigating the incident. Initial reports indicate that the shooting is not terror related. Expect localized traffic disruptions around Tivoli Gardens. Avoid the area.

Advice

Individuals in Copenhagen are advised to monitor the situation, obey all instructions issued by the local authorities, and to avoid the area.