In August 2025, a shooting at Taste of the City Lounge in Brooklyn resulted in three fatalities and nine injuries. Reports indicated that two of the deceased had affiliations with a local gang known for its violent activity in the area. One of the shooters, Jamel Childs, had a criminal history and was connected to Folk Nation, a gang that law enforcement associates with multiple shootings. Despite these allegations, friends and family characterized Childs as a peacemaker who often tried to mediate conflicts.
Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch described Folk Nation as a 'violent' group that 'terrorizes Brooklyn' and has been linked to six shootings in 2025. One shooter, Jamel Childs, had an extensive criminal background, previously serving time for robbery.
Despite accusations of violence, Jamel Childs’ friends and family depicted him as a 'peacemaker'. They stated he often intervened in conflicts and was not a troublemaker.
The fatal shooting incident at Taste of the City Lounge resulted in three deaths and nine injuries, with ties to local gang activity underscoring the incident.
After the shooting, it was reported that two of the three deceased individuals had connections to a local gang that has been terrorizing the neighborhood.
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