71-year-old female bystander shot during Brooklyn deli fight

BROOKLYN, NY – A 71-year-old woman was shot when a fight between two men inside a Brooklyn deli escalated on Monday. The New York City Police Department today said two men were arguing inside a deli at 1443 Fulton Street when one of them pulled a gun and began firing.

Police said the gunman missed his intended target, instead shooting a 71-year-old woman in the thigh.

Today, detectives released video surveillance footage from the deli showing the gunman wearing a yellow baseball cap, a dark hoodie and a dark colored jacket.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximate of medium height and build.

The NYPD is asking the public to assist in identifying the suspect.