Late Wednesday night, gunfire erupted outside the Amazura nightclub in Jamaica, Queens, leaving at least 11 people injured.
Queens nightclub mass shooting: What’s the latest?
According to reports, the mass shooting occurred at approximately 23:20 (06:20 SAST) as a large crowd exited the popular venue.
Footage shared on social media platforms shows police officers and emergency responders working at the scene, with dozens of evidence markers scattered across the street and sidewalk.
The victims, primarily teenagers, were transported to local hospitals, including Long Island Jewish Hospital and Cohen’s Children Medical Center.
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The NYPD has confirmed that none of the injuries are life-threatening, and all individuals are expected to survive.
Authorities are currently searching for a grey Infiniti believed to be connected to the shooting.
This developing story follows closely after the New Orleans terror attack, which claimed 15 lives on New Year’s Day, and the Cybertruck explosion outside a Las Vegas hotel that left one dead and at least seven injured.
What we know about the suspect
As of now, no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with the Queens mass shooting.
Investigators are working to piece together the events leading up to the incident and determine whether it was premeditated or an isolated act of violence.
The NYPD has appealed to the public for any information that could assist in locating the individual or individuals responsible for the attack.
