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Officer shoots, kills man with knife inside Henrico home

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HENRICO COUNTY, Va. -- A man has died after he was shot by an officer in Henrico County on Wednesday night.

On Wednesday just after 7:30 p.m., Henrico Police responded to the 1600 block of Elsing Green Court for a domestic-related incident.

On their arrival, officers entered the home and encountered a man with a knife. During the incident, an officer discharged their weapon.

The man was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police said he later died.

The officer involved in the incident has been placed on paid administrative leave.

The incident remains under an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Henrico Police at (804) 780-1000.

This is a developing story, so anyone with more information can email newstips@wtvr.com to send a tip.

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