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Gunman opens fire on Queens subway platform before fleeing into the night

Queens, NY – Police are searching for a man who opened fire on a crowded A train platform late Thursday, sparking panic but causing no injuries, authorities said.

The incident happened around 11:40 p.m. on September 4 at the Rockaway Boulevard subway station in Ozone Park. Investigators said the suspect displayed a firearm and discharged it on the southbound platform before fleeing on foot to an unknown location.

The NYPD released images of the man and is asking for the public’s help in identifying him. He is wanted on reckless endangerment charges.

No one was struck by gunfire, and police said no injuries were reported.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS.


Key Points

  • A man discharged a firearm on the southbound A train platform at Rockaway Boulevard station.
  • The suspect fled the scene on foot; no injuries were reported.
  • Police released images and are asking the public for help identifying him.

A late-night commute turned dangerous when gunfire erupted underground.

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