January 3rd 2025.
Police in Queens, New York are still on the hunt for four individuals believed to be involved in a mass shooting that occurred on New Year's Day. The incident took place around 11:20 p.m. near the Amazura Event Hall in Jamaica, Queens. According to reports, the venue was at maximum capacity with 90 people inside and 15 more waiting to enter. As partygoers lined up outside, the suspects approached and began firing into the crowd, injuring 10 people.
NYPD Chief of Patrol Philip Rivera addressed the media during an early morning press conference and shared that the suspects had fired more than 30 shots in the direction of the group before fleeing on foot and getting into a light-colored sedan with out-of-state plates. The victims, six females and four males, were quickly taken to nearby hospitals and are expected to recover.
It was later revealed that the event at the Amazura Event Hall was a private gathering held in honor of a teenager who had been a victim of gun violence. The venue took to Instagram to express their condolences and stated that they do not typically experience such violence at their establishment. They referred to the incident as a "singular event" and extended their sympathies to all those affected.
Governor Kathy Hochul also spoke out against the violence, stating that it cannot become the norm in New York. "This can't be our normal," she said in a statement. "We must continue to fight the violence plaguing New York." Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that could lead to the capture of the suspects. Chief Rivera emphasized the importance of the community speaking up and reporting any tips to help prevent such tragedies from happening in the future.
If you have any information related to the incident, you can contact the Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-577-TIPS or submit a tip online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org. New York authorities are determined to bring justice to the victims and their families and are relying on the cooperation of the community to do so.
In the midst of this tragic event, it is important to remember that we must continue to stand together and condemn senseless acts of violence. Let us honor the victims by coming together as a community and working towards a safer, more peaceful future for all.
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