BROOKLYN, NY – A violent shooting incident occurred in front of 1154 Nostrand Avenue on Monday, July 29,, at approximately 3:42 PM, leaving three male victims injured. The New York City Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the suspect involved.
The incident involved a 16-year-old male who was shot in the back and is currently in critical condition at NYC Health and Hospitals/Kings County.
A 26-year-old male suffered a gunshot wound to the abdomen but is in stable condition, while an 18-year-old male was shot five times in various parts of his body, including the abdomen, torso, right thigh, and groin area. The latter is also in stable condition at SUNY Downstate Hospital.
According to witness accounts, the suspect recklessly discharged a firearm at the group and was last seen fleeing the scene on a two-wheel scooter. Descriptions provided by eyewitnesses indicate the suspect is a male with a medium complexion, short black hair, and brown eyes. He was wearing a red t-shirt, black shorts, black slip-on sandals with red writing, and metal braces on both legs.
Authorities are calling on anyone with information regarding this incident or the suspect’s whereabouts to come forward. The information provided could be crucial in apprehending the individual responsible for this reckless act of violence and preventing further harm.