Authorities : Omar Edwards , chasing a suspect , was fatally shot by another officer . `` Tragic accidents like this are another reminder of the dangers our police officers often face as they keep our city the safest big city in the nation , '' Mayor Michael Bloomberg said Friday . Edwards , in pursuit , witnessed someone trying to break into his car . Another saw his pursuit , jumped out of unmarked vehicle and fired two shots . Officers are on administrative duties while this is occurring .
Authorities : Omar Edwards , chasing a suspect , was fatally shot by another officer . Edwards , in pursuit , witnessed someone trying to break into his car . Another saw his pursuit , jumped out of unmarked vehicle and fired two shots . Officers are on administrative duties while this is occurring .