A 14-year-old boy was injured in a shooting incident that occurred in a Brooklyn playground adjacent to a middle school on Sunday evening, according to local law enforcement. The adolescent was struck in the left foot by a single bullet while he was at the Bildersee Playground, located behind IS 68 near Flatlands Avenue and East 81st Street in Canarsie, shortly after 5 p.m.
Authorities are currently investigating whether the teenager was the intended target of the shooting. Following the incident, he was transported to Maimonides Medical Center, where he is reported to be in stable condition. The New York Police Department (NYPD) is continuing its investigation into the incident.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. The NYPD is working diligently to gather evidence and identify potential suspects. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and it is yet to be determined whether the victim was specifically targeted.
The playground, which opened in 1965, is situated next to IS 068 Isaac Bildersee school. According to the city Park’s department website, the park features basketball courts, a running track, a synthetic turf field, handball courts, and a general play area. The proximity of the shooting to the school has raised concerns among local residents about the safety of the area.
The incident has sparked a renewed discussion about gun violence and the safety of public spaces, particularly those frequented by children and adolescents. Community leaders and local residents are calling for increased security measures and stricter gun control laws to prevent such incidents in the future.
The NYPD is urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. They are particularly interested in any eyewitness accounts or video footage that may help identify the shooter. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.