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A tragic incident unfolded as a New York shooting spree left an 86-year-old man dead and three others injured. The incident occurred in Queens on Saturday, with police reporting that a man on a scooter was randomly shooting at people, CBS News reported.
New York Shooting Leaves 86-Year-Old Dead, 3 Others Injured! (PHOTO: WKYC)
New York Shooting, Suspect In Custody
According to Chief Joseph Kenny of the New York Police Department, a 25-year-old suspect is now in custody. The series of New York shootings began at around 11:10 a.m. when a 21-year-old Hispanic man was shot in the shoulder. Shortly after, the 86-year-old victim was shot in the back in the Richmond Hill area.
Unfortunately, the elderly man later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. The gunman also targeted a 44-year-old Hispanic man, shooting him in the face. The victim was rushed to the hospital and is currently in critical condition.
Less than 10 minutes later and about a mile away, a 63-year-old man was shot in the shoulder and was taken to a nearby hospital. The police reported that he is in serious but stable condition.
The New York shooting suspect was apprehended around 1 p.m. without incident. Police identified that he was riding an illegal scooter without a license plate and was carrying a 9-mm pistol with an extended magazine.
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New York Shooting Motive
At this time, investigators are still working to determine the motive behind the New York shooting spree and gather more information about the suspect in custody. A police spokesperson stated that details are limited as they piece together the events leading up to the incident.
This tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the urgent need to address gun violence and promote public safety measures. Authorities will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the New York shooting, seeking justice for the victims and their families.
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