Brooklyn attack: A photo from the scene showed people tending to injured passengers
New York:
At least 16 people were injured in a shooting at a subway station in New York, local media reported. The incident occurred at the 36th Street Station in Sunset Park in Brooklyn. A photo from the scene showed people tending to injured passengers lying on the floor station.
The incident sparked a massive police response, with the suspect still at large several hours later. New York police said that there are no active explosive devices at the subway station at this time.
New York governor Kathy Hochul tweeted that first responders were on the scene and promised regular updates as the investigation unfolds.
Here are the LIVE updates on the Brooklyn Subway station shooting:
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A rush-hour shooting Tuesday in the New York City subway is not being investigated as an act of terror, authorities said, adding that 10 people were shot but none were in “life threatening” condition.
“This is not being investigated as an act of terrorism at this time,” New York City police commissioner Keechant Sewell told reporters. “Reportedly we have no one with life-threatening injuries as a result of this case.”
“Deeply disturbed by horrific shooting in Brooklyn today. We are in touch with local authorities. Our prayers and thoughts with those injured,” tweeted the Indian consulate in New York.
Fire set in train car, claims passenger
Smoke was also witnessed at the scene and a passenger told local media that a fire had been set inside the train car.
@POTUS has been briefed on the latest developments regarding the New York City subway shooting. White House senior staff are in touch with Mayor Adams and Police Commissioner Sewell to offer any assistance as needed.
– Jen Psaki (@PressSec) April 12, 2022
New York governor Kathy Hochul said she had been briefed on the “developing” situation.
“First responders are on the scene and we will work with @MTA & @NYPDnews to provide updates as the investigation continues,” she tweeted.
Brooklyn subway shooting: 13 injured in the attack
According to early reports, 13 people have been injured in the Brooklyn subway attack.
The New York Police Department said that there are no active explosive devices at the moment. “In regard to the multiple people shot at the 36th Street subway station in Brooklyn, there are NO active explosive devices at this time,” the police said on Twitter.
New York Police investigate Brooklyn subway attack
The New York Police Department tweeted “Due to an investigation, avoid the area of 36th Street and 4th Avenue area in Brooklyn. Expect emergency vehicles and delays in the surrounding area.”
Suspect was wearing gas mask: Local media
The suspect was wearing a construction vest and a gas mask, reports AP citing law enforcement sources.