Teen trio sought after gunfire erupts outside staten island storefront

Teen trio sought after gunfire erupts outside Staten Island storefront

August 1, 2025

Gunfire rang out on Staten Island Tuesday evening when one of three teens discharged a weapon outside a Port Richmond Avenue building before fleeing on foot, police said.

Key Points

  • Gunfire was discharged in front of a Port Richmond Avenue building Tuesday evening
  • Three unidentified teens fled the scene on foot after the shot was fired
  • NYPD is seeking public help to identify the suspects captured in surveillance footage

The incident occurred around 6:15 p.m. in front of 350 Port Richmond Avenue, within the confines of the 121st Precinct. According to officials, a group of three male individuals—believed to be between 14 and 16 years old—were seen running before one of them fired a single shot.

Teen trio sought after gunfire erupts outside staten island storefront
Photo: teen trio sought after gunfire erupts outside staten island storefront

No injuries or property damage were reported, but the NYPD is now searching for the group, whose images were captured on surveillance footage near the scene.

The first teen is described as wearing a black shirt, black shorts, and black sneakers. The second was wearing a striped shirt, black pants, and white sneakers. The third had on a black shirt, dark pants, and white sneakers.

Teen trio sought after gunfire erupts outside staten island storefront
Photo: teen trio sought after gunfire erupts outside staten island storefront

The group fled in an unknown direction and remain at large.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

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