NYC Hookah Lounge Shooting Caught on Video—Patrons Flee in Fear
Multiple Victims in Brooklyn Hookah Lounge Shooting
A disturbing video captures the chaos as dozens of patrons flee in panic during a mass shooting at a popular Brooklyn hookah lounge early Sunday morning.
Just before 3:30 a.m., individuals spilled onto the sidewalk outside Taste of the City Lounge in Crown Heights, fleeing from gunfire inside the establishment. Up to four gunmen opened fire amid an argument, resulting in three deaths and nine injuries.
Footage shows a man collapsing on the sidewalk and being helped by others, while witnesses record others falling or running in terror. One individual is seen remaining motionless at a street corner for the entire two-minute clip.
Law enforcement recovered 42 shell casings from 9mm and .25 caliber weapons at the scene, according to NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch. A 19-year-old victim died at the scene, and two other men aged 27 and 35 succumbed to their injuries in nearby hospitals.
Authorities have initiated a manhunt for the suspects, who have yet to be captured. The shooters remain at large, prompting an urgent search.
As investigation continues, authorities urge anyone with information to come forward. The situation remains under active investigation.