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Times Square shooting: Gunman on the loose after shooting woman, firing at police
A manhunt is underway for a suspect who shot a woman at a clothing store in Times Square late Thursday before he opened fire on responding police as he fled the busy tourist hotspot area, according to police.
The shooter, described as a Hispanic male aged between 15 and 20 years old wearing all white, is wanted for the attempted murder of a police officer and was part of a trio that was suspected of shoplifting at JD Sports on West 42nd Street and Broadway at around 7:05 p.m., police said at a late-night press conference.
A female security guard confronted the group and took the stolen merchandise when chaos erupted in Manhattan’s gun-free zone.
The shooter pulled out a gun and fired at the security guard, NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell said. The bullet missed the security guard and struck a 37-year-old female tourist in the leg. She was taken to a nearby hospital.
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The shooter, described as a Hispanic male aged between 15 and 20 years old wearing all white, is wanted for the attempted murder of a police officer and was part of a trio who were suspected of shoplifting at JD Sports on West 42nd Street and Broadway at around 7:05 p.m. (NYPD)
The shooter and a male accomplice — who was wearing a blue jacket and is a 15-year-old Hispanic male — then fled the store and ran towards 47th Avenue, Chell said.
Two police officers patrolling the area then gave chase, capturing the suspect in the blue jacket. The juvenile has since been released without charge.
However, the shooter kept running along 47th Street towards Sixth Avenue with one of the officers on his tail.
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The shooter fired twice at police, the NYPD says. (Fox News source)
The shooter ducked inside a gap between two buildings on the block before opening fire on the chasing police officer, Chell said.
“Our officer draws his weapon, but he cannot fire, too many people around,” Chell said.
“As the male in the white goes further into the cut, under his armpit he fires another shot at our officer. Again, our officer does not return fire.”
The shooter then bolted into the subway station at 46th Street and Sixth Avenue, where police say they have footage of him on the tracks. He then returns from the subway station and is still at large.
Image from the shooting scene at Times Square.
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Chell said that he tossed his white jacket but had a white T-shirt on, as well as white sneakers.
“That is the last we have seen of him at this point. We have numerous resources scouring this area, looking for that male,” Chell said.
“He shot at our cops not once but twice, and also shot an innocent female, one time in the leg.”
The male in the blue jacket was brought back to the precinct. It is unclear what happened to the third person in the shoplifting group. There is now a $13,500 reward being offered for information regarding the incident.
A wanted poster describing details of the suspect wanted for shooting at a police officer in Times Square on Thursday. (NYPD)
On Friday, Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny posted a wanted poster of the suspect, with a $13,500 reward being offered for information that will lead to his arrest.
“We need the public’s help to identify and locate this individual before he hurts anyone else,” Kenny wrote on X. He already shot an innocent person and tried to murder a NYC Police Officer.”
He urged anyone with information to call 1-877-577-TIPS.
The shooting comes nearly two weeks after two police officers were attacked by a mob of migrants in Times Square. Pickpocketing and shoplifting have become a major problem in the area.
Following the Supreme Court’s ruling on the Second Amendment, New York officials limited where firearms can be legally carried in public. (Lokman Vural Elibol/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
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I hope everyone had a lovely holiday weekend. We visited friends in Wells, Maine and then explored nearby Ogunquit (recently named the best beach town in New England by Boston.com readers). Though the weather wasn’t the best, outdoor dining was still hopping and the streets were full of people. It’s always a good vibe in Ogunquit.
This week, I’m writing about two New England towns named among the most welcoming in America, a first-of-its-kind remote terminal for Logan Airport, the oldest continuous 4th of July celebration in the nation, Boston Duck Tour discounts, and more.
These New England towns roll out the welcome mat
If you’re looking for a happy getaway, two New England towns were just named on a World Atlas list of 12 of the most welcoming towns in America: Bar Harbor, Maine and Burlington, Vermont. Both are hosting free festivals and other community events this summer, adding even more reasons for a Maine or Vermont escape this season.
Need a ride? Consider a seasonal train
I’m a big fan of train travel because it’s relaxing and stress free. The CapeFlyer between Boston and Cape Cod resumed this past weekend and the Berkshire Flyer between the Berkshires and New York City starts back up on June 12 (with expanded service).
Attend the oldest continuous 4th of July celebration in America
Believe it or not, Independence Day is just around the corner and one of the best celebrations in America is in Bristol, R.I., according to USA Today. The publication just named the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration among the best 4th of July celebrations in the nation (fun fact: this will be its 241st year).
Travel tips:
- Logan Airport passengers flying JetBlue and Delta Air Lines can soon skip airport security lines and go straight to their gate by using a first-of-its-kind remote terminal in Framingham, opening June 1.
- Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Weir Farm National Historical Park in Ridgefield, Conn., the only national park dedicated to American painting, on June 14 (Flag Day) by attending the free event Art is Revolutionary. Guests will enjoy live music, plein air demonstrations, open house tours, refreshments, and art making activities.
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- Celebrate the 140th anniversary of Basin Harbor Resort & Boat Club in Vergennes, Vermont by booking the Summer Starts Early package, which takes 25% off weekdays and 10% off weekends on three-night stays taking place through June 18.
- Taking a Boston Duck Tour? Save up to $10 per ticket on tours departing before 10 a.m. by using the discount code EARLYDUCK. The discount is valid for online purchases only.
- Traveling by train? Save up to 60% off eight tickets on Amtrak when booking Amtrak Share Fares by using the code V291 on the Amtrak app. A two-day advance purchase is required.
I’ll leave you with this photo I took of the sunrise in Wells, Maine.
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Whether you’re traveling this week or planning your next escape, enjoy the journey.
— Kristi
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Sources say the allegation isn’t criminal in nature. The internal review stems from allegations against the chief involving his management of the fire bureau, sources say.
Assistant Chief Matt Davis will now step up as acting chief.
There is no timeline yet for how long Jones will be out on paid leave, but Pittsburgh’s Office of Municipal Investigations will conduct the internal review.
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Lamont Carlson Tucker, 62, of Myrtle Beach, is charged with first-degree criminal mischief and fourth-degree larceny, police said.
Police said troopers responded to reports of “an individual cutting light poles” around 5 a.m. Saturday.
Tucker was released on a $3,000 bond and is scheduled to appear at state Superior Court in New Britain June 12, police said.
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