A 19-year-old man was shot in the back after an argument escalated into gunfire on Avenue U in Brooklyn, and the suspect remains at large, according to the NYPD.
Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a gunman who allegedly shot a teenager during a daytime confrontation in Brooklyn earlier this month.
According to the NYPD, the shooting occurred on June 1 at approximately 2:30 p.m. in front of 1213 Avenue U within the confines of the 61st Precinct.
Investigators said a 19-year-old male victim was approached by an unidentified man who became involved in a verbal dispute with him.
Argument Turns Violent
During the confrontation, the suspect allegedly displayed a firearm and fired at the victim.
Police said the victim was struck in the back by gunfire.
The circumstances that led to the dispute have not been released.
Authorities have not provided an update on the victim’s condition.
Suspect Fled on Foot
Following the shooting, the gunman fled the area on foot.
According to investigators, the suspect ran westbound on Avenue U before turning northbound onto East 12th Street.
No arrests have been announced.
The NYPD released information about the case through its Crime Stoppers program as detectives continue working to identify the suspect.
Public Asked to Submit Tips
Anyone with information regarding the shooting is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
Spanish-speaking callers can contact 1-888-57-PISTA (74782).
Tips may also be submitted online through the Crime Stoppers website or on X through @NYPDTips.
All calls and messages are kept confidential.
Key Points
• A 19-year-old man was shot in the back following a dispute on Avenue U in Brooklyn.
• Police said the suspect displayed a firearm and opened fire before fleeing on foot.
• NYPD detectives are seeking information as the investigation continues.