Crime
6 injured in shooting near West Indian Jouvert parade celebration in New York City
The NYPD is searching for a male suspect in his 20s.
Gunfire erupted during Brooklyn’s vibrant West Indian Day Parade on Monday, leaving six people injured, two critically. The incident occurred around 2:35 pm along the parade route at 307 Eastern Pkwy. in Crown Heights.
Authorities believe a single gunman intentionally fired into a crowd of spectators lining the sidewalk. One victim suffered a head wound, another was shot in the arm, and a third in the torso. An additional man and woman were also struck – the woman in the shoulder. Two of the victims are in critical condition.
“This was a deliberate act targeting a group, not a random shooting,” stated NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell. While police believe the shooter had a specific target, the investigation is ongoing to identify them.
Chief Chell confirmed the shooting occurred “on the concrete divider between the service road and the parade route,” where thousands were gathered.
The NYPD is searching for a male suspect in his 20s and is urging anyone with video footage of the incident to come forward.
This tragedy marred an otherwise joyous celebration of Brooklyn’s rich cultural heritage. Despite increased security measures implemented to prevent violence, this incident underscores the ongoing challenge of gun violence in our communities.
If you have any information about the shooting or the suspect’s whereabouts, contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 800-577-TIPS (Spanish: 888-57-PISTA). Tips can also be submitted online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips.
