URGENT UPDATE: A 15-year-old boy has been shot in the head at the Albany Houses, a NYCHA complex located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The shooting occurred around 4 a.m. on October 3, 2023, at 1414 Bergen St., according to reports from the New York City Police Department.
Emergency Medical Services rushed the teenager to Kings County Hospital, where he is currently listed in critical condition. Authorities have not made any arrests and are actively investigating the incident.
This shocking shooting adds to the growing concern over gun violence in the area. Earlier this week, a separate incident left a Connecticut teen fatally shot at a public housing complex in the Bronx, which remains under investigation.
Residents and local leaders are increasingly alarmed as violence continues to escalate in neighborhoods across Brooklyn. The police are appealing for information and assistance from the community to help solve this urgent case.
As the investigation unfolds, more details are expected. The public is urged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities to help prevent further tragedies in the community.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
