Police in New York state have shot dead a 13-year-old boy after he ran from police while holding a replica handgun, authorities said.
Officers stopped Nyah Mway and another 13-year-old on Friday night as the pair matched descriptions of suspects wanted for recent robberies in Utica, police said.
As the officers questioned the boys, Nyah Mway fled on foot and a chase ensued. Utica Police Chief Mark Williams said police spotted what "appeared to be a handgun".
One officer then wrestled t