A mass shooting at the West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn left five injured, including two in critical condition, highlighting ongoing concerns about gun violence in public events.
The incident occurred around 2:35 p.m. on September 2, as the parade proceeded along Eastern Parkway, marking a significant rise in violence during community celebrations.
Authorities confirmed that the shooting was allegedly carried out by a single assailant who indiscriminately fired at spectators, raising fears about safety during public gatherings.
NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell described the shooting as an act of recklessness that disrupted a festive community event, stressing the importance of public safety.
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