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Officer Shoots Man Who Advanced on Him with a Sword: Police

Oxford Police say the man is receiving treatment at a local hospital.

NBC Connecticut

A man is injured after being shot by a police officer in Oxford, Massachusetts early Sunday morning.

The shooting happened around 6 a.m. in the area 407 Main Street, according to police. 

Authorities say the man advanced on the officer with a sword when police shot him.

Oxford Police say the man is receiving treatment at a local hospital.

The police officer has been placed on administrative leave, according to authorities.

The Worcester County District Attorney’s Office is investigating.

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