Brooklyn, NY — A shooting at a bar in Brooklyn on Sunday morning claimed the lives of three individuals, two of whom were reportedly among the shooters, according to New York City police.
Details of the Shooting Incident
At around 3:30 a.m., surveillance footage showed Jamel Childs, 35, and Marvin St. Louis, 19, both from Brooklyn, engaged in an argument inside the Taste of the City Lounge in Crown Heights. The dispute escalated when St. Louis approached Childs about 10 minutes later and opened fire. In response, Childs and two other men returned fire, leading to a chaotic exchange of gunfire.
“We know that St. Louis and Childs were both shot multiple times and were pronounced dead shortly after the shooting at the hospital,” said Commissioner Jessica Tisch.
The third person killed, Amadou Diallo, 27, of New York City, was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities believe Diallo was an innocent bystander.
The Aftermath and Investigation
Fourteen people were shot in total, but fortunately, none of the survivors are believed to have life-threatening injuries, as confirmed by Mayor Eric Adams. Investigators recovered at least 42 shell casings from 9 mm and .45-caliber weapons, along with a firearm found on a nearby street.
Police have not yet located the two other individuals who also fired weapons in the bar. Commissioner Tisch did not disclose further details about the suspects, but the incident is believed to be gang-related. Authorities have noted that Childs had a criminal record and is listed as a member of the Folk Nation gang, which has been involved in multiple shootings this year. Investigators also confirmed that three survivors of the shooting have ties to Folk Nation, while St. Louis had no criminal history.
Calls for Unity and Change
The shooting marks the second mass shooting in New York City in recent weeks, a stark contrast to the city’s overall decline in gun violence this year. On July 29, another shooting in Manhattan claimed the lives of five people.
During a vigil held Monday evening outside the bar, Mayor Eric Adams and Attorney General Letitia James led the gathering, emphasizing the need for peace.
“What happened in the Taste of the City is not a reflection of our city,” Adams stated, highlighting the city’s decrease in crime.
James added, “I pray that all of us will come together. Put down the guns. Recognize that violence is never the answer.”
Conclusion
The Brooklyn bar shooting is a tragic reminder of the toll gun violence continues to take on New York City, even in a year marked by declines in crime. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward.
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