Times Square shooting horror as police open fire during New York 'knifepoint robbery'

The New York Police Department shot a woman in Times Square following reports of a knifepoint robbery that left two people injured. The incident took place at 4.27pm local time, situated between Seventh Avenue West and 42nd and 43rd Streets. Authorities responded to the hub of New York City after the reported robbery occurred, resulting in the police opening fire on a person. The NYPD confirmed the details of the shooting during the chaotic event.