TOWN OF HAMBURG, N.Y. (WKBW) — Town of Hamburg police have identified the woman who was shot and killed by an officer on Friday as 36-year-old Lisa Haight of Jamestown, New York.
Police said around 10:30 a.m. Friday officers responded to the report of a burglary in progress on Willet Road and responding officers received a description of a subject who committed the alleged burglary from the homeowner on the scene.
According to police, the subject was tracked to a residence on McKinley Parkway and officers found an open door to that residence.
Police said officers announced themselves, made entry to clear the house, and encountered Haight. An altercation ensued and the officer discharged their weapon, striking Haight. Officers immediately rendered aid and EMS was notified and responded, despite all efforts Haight was pronounced dead at the scene.
Earlier that morning, Haight was traveling in a private van on the thruway and stabbed a passenger repeatedly, police said. After the stabbing, Haight exited the van in Hamburg. The victim was taken to the hospital with serious injuries to their face, head, and shoulder.
The investigation is ongoing and Hamburg police are being assisted by New York State police and the New York State Attorney General's Office.
Police are expected to provide a complete overview of the investigation and events related to the case on February 6.
