(NEW YORK) — Multiple people have been shot in separate incidents involving a northbound N train in Brooklyn, New York, just before 8:30 a.m. local time Tuesday, according to police sources.
At least 13 people are injured, according to a city source. Many, if not most, appear to have been shot. The victims were taken to local hospitals.
It wasn’t immediately clear whether the shootings took place on the train or at the 36th Street subway station in Sunset Park or the 25th Street station in Greenwood Heights.
Police are also investigating whether a smoke device was detonated.
Authorities are searching for the suspect.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul tweeted that she’s been briefed on the incident.
“First responders are on the scene and we will work with @MTA & @NYPDnews to provide updates as the investigation continues,” the governor said.
I have been briefed on this developing situation in Brooklyn. First responders are on the scene and we will work with @MTA & @NYPDnews to provide updates as the investigation continues. https://t.co/dM2hKnhoql
— Governor Kathy Hochul (@GovKathyHochul) April 12, 2022
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