Police say the 24-year-old victim was shot once in the back of the head at 3:45 p.m. at 1188 Nostrand Avenue in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
He was taken to Kings County Hospital, where he is currently in surgery.
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There's no word yet on his condition.
Police are searching for a suspect who was wearing a grey shirt, black shorts and white sneakers.
This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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