Police Fatally Shoot Man in South Whitehall Township

A 73-year-old man in South Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania, was fatally shot by police after advancing toward officers with what appeared to be a rifle, despite repeated warnings and the use of less-than-lethal force. The incident occurred around 1 p.m. on the 100 block of North 38th Street following a 911 call reporting an armed individual. Authorities have not released the man's identity and confirmed he suffered from long-term health issues. A note was discovered in his home, though its contents remain undisclosed. The shooting is being investigated by multiple agencies, including the Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office and the Pennsylvania State Police Forensics Services Unit. An autopsy is scheduled to determine the exact cause of death.