Man with swords in both hands troubled people in park

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New York - The Daily News reports that the police responded to Maria Hernandez Park in Bushwick around 8 pm on Monday. Authorities say about 50 people pointed out the suspect, who ran from the park.

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By AP

Published: Tue 26 Jul 2016, 9:00 PM

Last updated: Tue 26 Jul 2016, 11:35 PM

New York City police say they had to use a stun gun to subdue a man who was menacing people at a Brooklyn park with swords in both hands.
The Daily News reports that the police responded to Maria Hernandez Park in Bushwick around 8 pm on Monday. Authorities say about 50 people pointed out the suspect, who ran from the park.
Police fired a stun gun and took the man into custody. They say they also found a machete and two smaller knives in a duffel bag.
Authorities didn't immediately identify the suspect.

AP

Published: Tue 26 Jul 2016, 9:00 PM

Last updated: Tue 26 Jul 2016, 11:35 PM

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