NYPD hunts subway shooter after central park escape
The New York police are searching for a man who shot a 47-year-old and fled to Central Park. The victim was hit in the leg and arm—his life is not in danger. An impressive video of the police operation in the subway has appeared online.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) is seeking the shooter. The 47-year-old man was shot in the leg and arm. He was immediately taken to the hospital, and his condition is stable.
According to police findings, the suspect fled towards the subway station for lines A, B, and C at 72nd Street and Central Park West. There, he jumped onto the tracks and ran north through the tunnel.
Despite cutting off the power and searching the tunnel, he has not been found. Officers suspect he may have exited the tunnel through the emergency exit at 76th Street and are currently continuing the search in Central Park.
"I heard two loud shots"
The wanted man is approximately 183 centimetres tall. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a white hat, a green jacket, and a blue hoodie. He was holding a black pistol.
A witness to the incident, Steve Greene, told ABC News that he heard two loud shots, jumped out of the car, ran there, and saw the shooter. According to Greene, the perpetrator stood there, aiming his gun. Greene also heard the sound of breaking glass.
The police have not yet disclosed whether the victim knew the perpetrator or what the motive for the attack was. The "Daily Mail" reports that the investigation is ongoing, and officers are appealing to witnesses to come forward.
