At least eight people, including four children, were shot and injured during the US Independence Day holiday in New York City's Coney Island neighbourhood, ABC News reported on Sunday, citing the New York City police department (NYPD).
Details of the Incident
Police officers responded to reports of a shooting at about 10:37pm on the Brooklyn neighbourhood's West 31st Street, the NYPD said in a statement to ABC News. The victims included two men, two women, and four children – aged 14, 12, 7 and 6 – according to the news outlet. All victims were transported to hospitals, with seven in stable condition and a 21-year-old woman in critical condition.
Police Investigation
Police recovered a firearm at the scene but have not made any arrests, according to ABC. The NYPD did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. Saturday marked the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States.
Impact and Community Response
The shooting has shaken the Coney Island community, a popular summer destination. Local leaders have called for increased police presence and community action to prevent further violence. The incident adds to concerns about gun violence in New York City, which has seen a rise in shootings in recent years.
