Eight shot, including four children, in Coney Island on July 4th
A shooting near Coney Island's amusement park on the night of July 4th left eight people wounded, including four children aged 6 to 14. The 21-year-old woman is in critical condition, while the other seven are stable.
What happened
A shooting occurred on West 31st Street in Coney Island, Brooklyn, at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, as crowds celebrated the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. The location is steps from the Coney Island amusement park, a major draw for holiday visitors. Police received the first alert at 10:37 p.m.
Victims
Eight people were wounded: a 37-year-old man, a 33-year-old man, a 25-year-old woman, a 21-year-old woman, a 14-year-old boy, a 12-year-old boy, a 7-year-old boy, and a 6-year-old boy. Emergency medical services transported all victims to nearby hospitals. Seven are in stable condition; the 21-year-old woman is in critical condition.
Investigation
The NYPD recovered a firearm at the scene but has not made any arrests. No suspect description or motive has been released. The investigation is active.
Context
The shooting marred Independence Day celebrations in New York City. Coney Island's beaches and amusement parks typically host large crowds for the holiday, and the area was reportedly packed at the time of the incident.
