Man Killed after Opening Fire at NYC Cathedral

A man was killed by police after opening fire outside a New York City (NYC) cathedral Sunday, authorities said, according to Sputnik News agency.

The gunman, who was not identified, was struck by at least one bullet in the head during the shooting and was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

New York City Police Commissioner Dermot Shea said that police found a bag belonging to the man that contained gasoline, rope, wire, multiple knives, a Bible, and tape.

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He was armed with two semi-automatic handguns.

Shea added that the cathedral's annual Christmas caroling event, which was held on its front steps, was ending shortly before 4 p.m. when gunfire erupted.