Man opens fire at Brooklyn festival, injuring five
Brooklyn festival shooting leaves five injured; two critically
![First responders tend to a man injured during a shooting at the West Indian Parade, Monday, Sept. 2, 2024, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. (Nancy Siesel via AP).](https://thethaiger.com/world/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Caribbean_Carnival_New_York_24246823144125-scaled.jpg)
A man in Brooklyn has opened fire on a crowd during the West Indian American Day festival parade on Monday, shooting and injuring five people. Two of the victims are in critical condition.
NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell stated in a news conference that the Brooklyn shooter targeted a group intentionally. He confirmed that four men and one woman were shot, with two critically injured and three expected to recover.
Chell assured that there was no active shooter threat and that the parade continued. He noted the efforts of numerous police officers working tirelessly to ensure the safety of the community and the event, pledging to continue their presence into the early hours.
Authorities are searching for the Brooklyn shooter, described as a Black man in his 20s, slim, wearing a black shirt with paint stains and a black bandanna. Chell mentioned that the shooting appeared targeted, though the motive remains unknown.
Thousands attended the festival to celebrate Caribbean heritage and culture. Witness Jalissa Bailey expressed her shock and sorrow, questioning how someone could fire a gun in such a crowded space with children and elderly present. She recalled the parade’s violent history but noted that recent years had been peaceful, fostering hopes for improved security.
What Other Media Are Saying
- AP News reports on the West Indian American Day Parade in New York City, where five people were shot, highlighting the parade’s significance as a celebration of Caribbean heritage and its history of violence. (read more)
- VOA News reports on the latest violent incident at New York’s West Indian American Day Parade, where a gunman targeted a specific group, injuring five people, with two critically wounded. (read more)
- CBS News New York reports on a shooting incident at the West Indian American Day Parade in Brooklyn, where six people were injured, with no suspect in custody. (read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What happened at the parade in Brooklyn?
Five people were shot when a man began firing into the crowd during the West Indian American Day festival parade.
How many people were critically injured in the Brooklyn parade shooting?
Two people were critically injured.
Did the Brooklyn parade continue after the shooting?
Yes, the parade continued after the shooting.
What is the description of the suspect in the Brooklyn parade shooting?
The suspect is a Black man in his 20s with a slim build, wearing a black shirt with paint stains and a black bandanna.
Was the Brooklyn parade shooting random?
No, police believe the shooting was not random.