Shocking video shows the moment a good samaritan took down an armed man who was fleeing from police.

Suspect Jason Fleming, 39, was arrested after he entered a shop in Manhattan, New York City, USA, brandished a loaded rifle and handgun.

Police were quick to the scene and approached Fleming, but he took off on foot, disposing of the semi-automatic carbine rifle on the way.

While being chased by several NYPD officers, Fleming was stopped in his tracks by one passerby who tackled him, which led to his arrest.

The United States Attorney, for the Southern District of New York, Damian Williams said: "As alleged, the defendant illegally brandished two loaded firearms in broad daylight on a Manhattan street, one of which was a carbine rifle, frightening numerous New Yorkers, including a child."

"Thanks to our law enforcement partners and the heroic efforts of a Good Samaritan, the defendant was apprehended before he could hurt anyone, and his weapons are now off the streets."



Both weapons were eventually recovered.

The footage was captured on March 16.