In a series of shootings that spanned just 45 minutes, a chilling night unfolded in the bustling city of New York. Tragically, one life was lost, and six individuals found themselves injured in the wake of these violent incidents, as confirmed by law enforcement authorities.
A 24-year-old man suffered a fatal chest wound, while a 45-year-old man was shot in the left leg and a 26-year-old victim was hit in the right arm, according to police.
A gunman was apprehended after attempting to shoot a pastor during a church sermon.
The 24-year-old succumbed to their injuries at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, while the other two victims were reported to be in stable condition at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Queens.
The authorities have reported that a 43-year-old man, who was the fourth victim, arrived at Jamaica Hospital. He was in stable condition and had two gunshot wounds to his right arm and one to his left leg. The man sought medical attention through private means.
The investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made, according to the NYPD.
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Around 1:40 a.m., a 25-year-old man was shot in the head outside 199-23 Linden Blvd., near 200th Street, in Jamaica. The incident occurred less than 15 minutes after the previous one.
The victim is currently in critical condition at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center.
No one has been arrested.