A man was shot by Danbury Police Wednesday morning.  The incident happened after officers responded to Midwestern Connecticut Council on Alcoholism on Old Ridgebury Road near The Reserve. 

The white man, in his 30s, was armed with two large knives.  He was not a Danbury resident.

Police initially responded to a report of the man assaulting several people at MCCA.  Chief Patrick Ridenhour says the suspect did not listen to police commands and then shots were fired.  The man was down, and handcuffed. 

The suspect was treated at the scene and was conscious when he was transported to the hospital.  The officer who fired the service weapon was also taken to the hospital for an evaluation. 

The Danbury State's Attorney was called to investigate.  Danbury Police are overseeing the assault investigation while State Police took over the police involved shooting investigation.