💔 Tragedy Strikes in Crown Heights 💔
A quiet Brooklyn night turned into chaos as a deadly mass shooting unfolded in Crown Heights. Gunmen stormed the Taste of the City Lounge on Franklin Avenue, leaving three lives tragically cut short and eight others injured. The victims, aged between 27 and 61, include eight men and three women, with three fatalities reported—a 27-year-old man, a 35-year-old man, and another man whose age is undetermined. The community is in shock as police search for the shooters responsible for this senseless act.
At around 3:27 am, emergency services arrived on the scene after receiving multiple distress calls. The area is now under heavy police presence as investigations continue, with 36 shell casings found so far but no arrests made. Locals are advised to steer clear of Franklin Avenue and President Street due to ongoing disruptions including road closures and traffic delays.
This heart-wrenching incident follows closely on the heels of another shooting in Times Square just a week ago, where three were injured. As authorities work tirelessly to bring justice, the city urges residents to remain vigilant and united.
Our hearts go out to everyone affected by these horrifying events. Let’s stand together as a community to support one another during this difficult time. 🕊️
Stay safe, New York. 🗽💙