Coney Island Gunfire Wounds 8 During July 4 Fireworks, Including 2 Children
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Updated · The New York Times · Jul 5
Coney Island Gunfire Wounds 8 During July 4 Fireworks, Including 2 Children
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jul 5
Summary
Eight people ages 6 to 37 were shot around 10:37 p.m. near 2929 West 31st Street in Brooklyn as crowds gathered for Coney Island’s Fourth of July fireworks.
A 21-year-old woman shot in the chest was in critical condition early Sunday, while a 7-year-old boy was hit in both legs and a 6-year-old boy was shot in the abdomen.
Police said the gunfire erupted just off Surf Avenue near the boardwalk shortly after the display began around 10 p.m., turning a holiday gathering into a mass shooting scene.
No shooter had been identified and no arrests had been made, leaving the motive unclear as investigators worked to determine what triggered the attack.