Two men shot inside NYC deli — as gunman remains at large, with $5K bounty offered
Two individuals were injured in a shooting incident that took place inside a deli in New York City on Friday afternoon. The suspect responsible for the attack is still at large as law enforcement authorities work diligently to unravel the circumstances that led to the violent outburst.
The shooting occurred at Alex Deli & Grocery located at 1256 Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn, where a 24-year-old victim sustained a gunshot wound to the face, while a 26-year-old victim was hit in the back during the altercation. Both individuals were promptly transported to Kings County Hospital and are currently in stable condition.
The identities of the victims, whether they were employees or customers at the deli, remain undisclosed at this time. Witnesses reported that the perpetrator, described as a male wearing a black puffer jacket, ski mask, ripped navy jeans, and black and white sneakers, fled the scene heading westbound on Newkirk Avenue.
Law enforcement officials have not made any arrests in connection with the shooting, and the motive behind the attack is yet to be determined. The United Bodegas Association has strongly condemned the act of violence and has offered a $5,000 reward for any information leading to the apprehension of those responsible for the incident.
Fernando Mateo, spokesperson for the United Bodegas Association, emphasized the urgent need for increased security measures in bodegas, calling on local authorities to provide funding for panic buttons and enhanced security protocols to safeguard the owners and operators of these establishments.
The investigation into the shooting is still ongoing, with law enforcement agencies working tirelessly to bring the perpetrator to justice. As the search for the suspect continues, the community remains on edge, hoping for a swift resolution to this senseless act of violence.
