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Man wanted in connection with Rochester murder, shot and taken into custody in Niagara Falls

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NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WKBW) — The United States Marshals Service and the Rochester Police Department say a suspect wanted in connection with a Rochester murder was shot and taken into custody in Niagara Falls Friday night.

According to officials, around 9 p.m. Friday the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force observed a suspect wanted in connection with a Rochester murder on the porch of a residence on the 1700 block of Falls Street.

As officers approached the residence, the suspect ran inside and a chase ensued.

During a struggle the suspect allegedly brandished a knife and bit an officer, the suspect was shot and is currently stable at ECMC according to officials.

No further information was released, police continue to investigate.