Introduction to the Incident
Cops say they are looking for a gunman who opened fire on a busy Manhattan street on Saturday night as revelers enjoyed the weekend.
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Cops say they are looking for a gunman who opened fire on a busy Manhattan street on Saturday night as revelers enjoyed the weekend.
Details of the Shooting
According to police sources, the gunfire erupted on the corner of East 28th Street and 2nd Avenue in Murray Hill just before midnight on June 1`4 as local New Yorkers enjoyed the nightlife.
Police sources reported that two men got into a verbal dispute. The encounter culminated with an unidentified gunman pulling out a weapon and firing a single shot, sending the would-be victim fleeing between parked cars.
Response and Investigation
Officers from the 13th Precinct rushed to the scene and sealed off the roadway after finding a shell casing.
Cops from the 13th precinct rushed to the scene and cordoned off the street after finding a shell casing. Locals were left shaken.Photo by Dean Moses
No physical injuries were reported, but local residents were left shaken.
Eyewitness Accounts
“I live right here, is it safe?” one woman asked a cop as he searched the sidewalk with his flashlight
“It sounded like a loud pop,” another local resident told amNewYork.
Surveillance video captured by a local store shows people on the street at the time of the shooting hightailing it into the Basel Deli when the shot was fired. That same video captured a man with a backpack brandishing a handgun before fleeing on foot.
Search for the Perpetrator
So far, no arrests have been made in the case. Police described the perpetrator as a bald man wearing a blue backpack and dark jacket.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
A man runs for his life after being fired upon.Obtained by amNewYork
Conclusion
The incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement and the community to prevent and solve crimes. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to come forward to help bring the perpetrator to justice.
FAQs
Q: What happened on the night of June 14 in Manhattan?
A: A gunman opened fire on a busy street, sending pedestrians running after firing shots.
Q: Were there any injuries reported?
A: No physical injuries were reported, but local residents were left shaken.
Q: What is the description of the perpetrator?
A: The perpetrator is described as a bald man wearing a blue backpack and dark jacket.
Q: How can I provide information to help with the investigation?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS or submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org.
