3 men injured in shooting in the Rockaways; Police seek suspect

Monday, June 19, 2023
HAMMELS, Queens (WABC) -- Three men were shot early Sunday morning in the Rockaways.

Police say a large group of people were gathered, possibly for a barbeque, when shots rang out at around 2 a.m.
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The shooting took place along Beach Channel Drive at 96th Street, authorities said .

Officials say a 56-year-old man was hit in the right arm, a 37-year-old in the torso, and a 21-year-old in the buttocks.

All three victims were taken to a local hospital in stable condition.
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No arrests have been made and there is no known motive in the shooting.

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