State Police Involved in Burlington Shooting

BURLINGTON, CT — A man holding a gun refused orders from state police to drop the weapon Tuesday afternoon, resulting in at least one shot being fired and striking the suspect.

The incident began around 1:30 p.m. when state police from Troop L in Litchfield responded to Angela’s Way in Burlington on a report of a person threatening to harm himself, Trooper First Class Kelly Grant said.

Troopers encountered the armed man, who refused to comply with orders to drop his weapon. At least one trooper discharged at least one round from their duty weapon, striking the man, Grant said.

The suspect, who has been identified as Maciej Konferowicz, 49, of Burlington, was transported to St. Francis Hospital for evaluation of what appears to be non-life-threatening injuries. He should be released shortly from the hospital, Grant said.

No injuries were reported to police personnel or members of the public, Grant said.

Central District Major Crime and the State Attorney’s Office responded to the scene, and Grant stated there is no threat to the public or community.

An investigation continues to determine what transpired, how many shots were fired and how many troopers and/or Burlington police officers discharged their weapons, and whether or not Konferowicz will face charges. The trooper(s) will be placed on administrative duty pending the investigation, Grant said.

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