A shooting in Brooklyn has left three people dead and eight others injured. The incident occurred at the Taste of the City Lounge in Crown Heights around 3 a.m. on Sunday. The bar, located at 903 Franklin Avenue, was packed when chaos erupted. The victims included eight males and three females, their ages ranging from 27 to 61. Among the deceased are a 27-year-old male, a 35-year-old male, and one unidentified male.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tish held a press conference later that morning to update the public. “At this time, we are actively looking for multiple suspects…” Tish stated, emphasizing the ongoing investigation. As of Sunday morning, no individuals had been taken into custody.
Police believe a dispute within the crowded nightclub triggered the gunfire. Investigators recovered over 36 shell casings from the scene, indicating the severity of the situation. While a firearm was found near Bedford Avenue and Eastern Parkway, it remains unclear if it is linked to the shooting.
This tragic event is not the first incident involving this lounge. There was a non-fatal shooting at the same location just a few months ago in November 2022. The continued violence in such a venue raises serious concerns about safety and security in the area.
The eight injured victims are currently receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries, a small relief amidst the tragedy. This incident is still developing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as they piece together the details of this horrific crime.
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