Shooting Incident in Times Square, New York Leaves Three Injured by Adolescent Gunman
Gunman in Times Square Shooting Injures Three
A 17-year-old gunman opened fire in New York City's Times Square early on August 9, 2025, injuring three people before being apprehended by police a short distance from the scene. The shooting took place around 1:20 am (0520 GMT) on 44th Street near Seventh Avenue.
The victims of the shooting are a 19-year-old man, a 18-year-old woman from Maryland, and a 65-year-old man from New Jersey. The 19-year-old man was shot in the right foot (the intended target), the 18-year-old woman was grazed in the neck, and the 65-year-old man was shot in the left leg. All three were hospitalized at Bellevue Hospital in stable condition.
The gun used in the shooting was recovered at the scene, but no further information about the type of weapon has been released. The incident occurred in a gun-free zone, designated since 2022, yet shootings have continued to occur in the area.
No further information about the suspect’s identity or motive has been disclosed. Charges are pending, and the investigation is ongoing. The NYPD has not provided any updates on the investigation through America's Daily Briefing.
The Associated Press (AFP) reported the incident, but no public statements have been made by local officials regarding the shooting. No details about the identity or condition of the gunman have been disclosed by the NYPD or AFP.
The shooting incident caused no road closures or transportation disruptions in the area. The three wounded individuals are currently in stable condition.
The Associated Press reported a news story about the recent shooting incident in Times Square, which falls under the category of 'general-news'. This incident, involving a 17-year-old suspect in politics, who opened fire and injured three people in a gun-free zone, has raised questions about the ongoing issue of crime-and-justice in the area. Despite the AP report, local officials have released limited information, including the identities of the victims and the suspect's motive, which remains unknown.
