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Man Killed and Two Hurt in Late-Night Harlem Shooting Behind 70 Lenox Avenue

The NYPD says the gunman remains at large and detectives are continuing an active investigation in the 28th Precinct area.

Overview

  • Police and EMS responded late Friday night after shots were reported behind 70 Lenox Avenue during a community basketball event.
  • Officers found a 35-year-old man shot in the head, a 28-year-old man shot in the shin, and a 22-year-old woman shot in the right forearm.
  • The 35-year-old was taken to Mount Sinai Morningside in critical condition and was later pronounced dead; officials are withholding his name pending family notification.
  • The two other victims were taken to NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem and are listed in stable condition, and no arrests have been made.
  • Investigators from the 28th Precinct and PSA 5 continue to search for the shooter, ask anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers, and are canvassing the area as the inquiry remains ongoing.