Shooting incident in New York's Times Square leaves three victims injured and a teenager accused
In a tragic turn of events, a shooting incident occurred in Times Square, New York City, early on August 9, 2025. The incident, which took place around 1:20 am (0520 GMT), left three individuals wounded.
According to reports from the New York Police Department and confirmed by AFP, a 17-year-old gunman was arrested following the incident. The shooting stemmed from a dispute involving the suspect and a 19-year-old, which escalated into gunfire.
The victims of the shooting included the 19-year-old male who was the apparent target, shot in the right foot. A 65-year-old man was shot in the left leg, and an 18-year-old female, a tourist visiting with her family, suffered a graze wound to the neck. All victims were taken to Bellevue Hospital and currently remain in stable condition.
Authorities believe the 19-year-old was the only intended target, while the other two were innocent bystanders caught in the incident. The shooting occurred near 44th Street and 7th Avenue, after what witnesses described as a fight inside a Raising Cane's restaurant that spilled outside. Three shots were fired, and the firearm was recovered at the scene.
At this time, authorities are investigating the motive for the shooting, but charges are pending. No further personal background details about the shooter or the victims beyond their age and brief descriptions have been released.
It is important to note that this incident is separate from an unrelated mass shooting in a New York City office building that involved a different gunman and victims.
The condition of the wounded individuals may change as they receive medical treatment. The public is reminded to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The NYPD continues to investigate the incident and ask for the public's cooperation in providing any relevant information.
- Thegeneral-newsoutlet AFP confirmed the arrest of a 17-year-old gunman in the Politics-related shooting incident in Times Square, New York City, and the investigation is ongoing to determine the motive.
- In addition to the Politics-related shooting in Times Square, there was also an unrelated mass shooting in a New York City office building, reminding citizens to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
