UPDATE - At least 2 shot, including police officer, in New York City

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By Diyar Guldogan

WASHINGTON (AA) - A police officer and a civilian were shot Monday in New York City by a suspect armed with an assault rifle, local media reported.

The shooting happened outside 345 Park Avenue near East 52nd Street in Midtown Manhattan.

"At this time, the scene has been contained and the lone shooter has been neutralized," New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said on X.

“The FBI is on scene at the Manhattan crime scene. The NYPD currently has the lead in this investigation. Our personnel are there to support their efforts. Motive is currently under investigation,” FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said on X.

Earlier, New York Mayor Eric Adams said on X that "there is an active shooter investigation taking place in Midtown right now."

"Please take proper safety precautions if you are in the vicinity and do not go outside if you are near Park Avenue and East 51st Street," he added.

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) also urged New Yorkers to avoid East 52 Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue.

US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said he is "deeply disturbed by the horrific shooting" in Midtown Manhattan.

"Praying hard for the brave NYPD officer impacted and all other victims of this tragedy. May God watch over our city during this challenging moment," Jeffries said on X.

An investigation is ongoing.