By Associated Press - Monday, April 9, 2018

BROCKTON, Mass. (AP) - Authorities say police in Massachusetts have shot and injured a man who was brandishing a large knife at officers.

The Plymouth County District Attorney’s office says the shooting happened Sunday night in Brockton.

Prosecutors say 51-year-old George A. Baron of Brockton was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital for treatment of injuries.

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He was later transferred to Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Baron’s condition Monday was not immediately known.

Brockton police are seeking a criminal complaint against Barton for assault with a dangerous weapon.

The district attorney’s office says the shooting is under investigation.

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