US Edition3 wounded in New York City's Times Square shooting
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, AUG 9 – A 17-year-old was arrested after a verbal dispute escalated into gunfire that injured three people, all now in stable condition, police said.
- A gunman opened fire in Times Square at around 1.20 a.m., injuring three people and prompting the NYPD to arrest a suspect at the scene.
- Despite its gun-free zone status since 2022, Times Square experienced violence following a week when New York City saw its fewest shootings in decades, down 23 since last year.
- Of the wounded, an 18-year-old woman was grazed in the neck, and a 19-year-old man and 65-year-old man sustained leg injuries, all in stable condition at Bellevue Hospital.
- Responding swiftly, NYPD units flooded the scene, sealing off the West 44th Street and 7th Avenue intersection as social media clips captured the massive police response.
- As detectives continue, they are reviewing surveillance footage and urging anyone with information to contact the NYPD tip line, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in major tourist hubs.
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The vibrant neon lights and dynamic atmosphere of Times Square rank it high among New York’s top tourist destinations. However, recent events have led some to question its safety. One such event occurred on August 9, 2025, during which a shooting left three individuals hurt. The question arises, is the esteemed ‘Crossroads of the World’ safe for travelers? It’s crucial to note, Times Square continues to be one of the most carefully patrolled loc…
At least three wounded and one suspect arrested, a 17-year-old teenager, left a shooting this Saturday in Time Square in New York City, which unleashed chaos at one of the city's main tourist spots.The incident, for an alleged verbal dispute, began at 1:20 p.m. (5:20 GMT) at the 44th and 7th Avenue crossings, where an 18-year-old woman and two 19- and 65-year-old men were injured, as reported by the New York Police Department (NYPD) to the local…
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