US: Times Square shooting leaves 3 injured
Babushahi Bureau
New York, August 9, 2025 — A shooting in the heart of Times Square early this morning has left three people injured and sent shockwaves through the city.
The incident followed an argument between two individuals and occurred near the intersection of West 44th Street and Seventh Avenue at around 1:20 a.m. local time.
Panic broke out as shots rang out, prompting tourists and bystanders to flee in all directions. Police and paramedics rushed to the scene in large numbers.
An 18-year-old woman sustained a gunshot wound to the neck, while two men aged 19 and 65 were shot in the legs. All three were taken to Bellevue Hospital, where they are reported to be in stable condition.
Police have arrested a 17-year-old male suspect at the scene and recovered a firearm. His identity has not been disclosed due to his age. Videos and images of the incident have gone viral on social media, showing heavy police presence and crowds scrambling for safety.
Witnesses reported that bullets pierced car windows, and photos captured people embracing each other for comfort, reflecting the fear and trauma caused by the shooting.