Plainclothes detectives were investigating something when Sciscm approached them. Police said Sciscm and the detectives had a brief conversation. Police said he lifted his shirt and exposed a handgun in his waistband. Detectives then left their vehicle, drew their service weapons and identified themselves as police. According to police, Sciscm drew his weapon and pointed it at the detectives. One detective fired several rounds and killed Sciscm.
Victim's Name: Joshua Sciscm
Agency Responsible: Schenectady Police Department
Gender: Male
Age: 33
Race: White
Date of Death: June 13, 2016
County: Schenectady
Cause of Death: Gunshot
Official Disposition: Pending investigation/No Known Charges
Criminal Charges: No known charges
Mental Illness: No
Armed: Allegedly Armed
Weapon: gun
Threat Level: attack
Fleeing: Not fleeing
Body Camera: No
Washington Post Database ID: 1619
Geography: Suburban