Woman shot by police after threatening first responders with knife in Allentown
Allentown, PA — A woman was shot by an Allentown police officer after allegedly threatening emergency personnel with a knife during a response call at the former Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital on Friday afternoon, authorities confirmed.
The incident occurred January 11 at 850 S. Fifth Street, where police and emergency services were dispatched to assist a woman in visible distress. As they approached to offer aid, she reportedly brandished a knife and made threats toward first responders.
An officer fired one round, striking the woman. She received emergency medical care at the scene and was then transported to a local hospital for additional treatment. Officials say the shooting was not fatal and that she is receiving ongoing medical care.
Law enforcement confirmed the woman was not a patient or resident at the former rehabilitation facility. No injuries to first responders were reported.
The incident is under joint investigation by the Allentown Police Department and the Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office. Authorities emphasized that this was not an active shooter situation and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
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Key Points
- Woman shot by officer after threatening responders with knife at former hospital
- Police say she was not a patient or resident at the facility
- She was treated at the scene and is recovering at a local hospital
