Gunman Opens Fire in Queens, Wounding Two Men
In the early hours of Saturday, a gunman opened fire on a black Toyota in Queens, wounding two men before being chased by police. The incident took place on Roosevelt Avenue near 89th Street in East Elmhurst. Patrol officers heard shots fired around 3:15 a.m. and quickly responded to the scene, where they observed the gunman shooting into the vehicle.
The gunman fled north along 89th Street, prompting a police officer to fire a shot during the chaotic pursuit. Fortunately, no one was injured in that exchange of gunfire. The gunman managed to escape as police secured the area and attended to the victims.
Victims Taken to Hospital in Stable Condition
The two men who were wounded in the shooting were identified as a 44-year-old man shot in the torso and a 28-year-old man shot in the groin. Both victims were promptly transported to New York City-Elmhurst Health Hospital, where they are currently in stable condition. The quick response from first responders likely contributed to the favorable outcome for the injured individuals.
Investigation and Search for Perpetrator
Following the shooting, police established a crime scene on Roosevelt Avenue, focusing on the damaged Toyota Yaris that bore the brunt of the gunfire. The vehicle had a crushed hood and a shattered driver’s side window, with a visible trail of blood leading from the car to the corner of 89th Street. Despite the thorough investigation at the scene, the gunman remains at large, and no arrests have been made thus far.
In conclusion, the swift response from law enforcement and medical personnel helped ensure the safety and well-being of the victims in this senseless act of violence. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with authorities working diligently to apprehend the perpetrator and bring them to justice.
