Mass Shooting Reported at New York Nightclub

A mass shooting was reported at a New York nightclub during the night of January 1.

Ten people, six females and four males, were wounded in the gunfire outside Amazura Concert Hall at 11:15 p.m, according to the Associated Press.

The event unfolded after four men approached a group of 16 to 20-year-olds. About 30 shots were fired. The gunmen were seen getting into a sedan.

New York Police Department Chief of Patrol Philip Rivera said there is “zero tolerance for these senseless shootings.” He added, “This is not terrorism.”

The venue said in an Instagram post, “We are deeply saddened by the recent and unfortunate isolated incident that occurred. Our hearts go out to all those affected by this senseless act. We are working closely with law enforcement to ensure a thorough investigation and to help bring those responsible to justice.”

CBS News reported that 90 people were inside the location for a private event.

“Police sources told CBS News New York they were attending a vigil for 16-year-old Taearion Mungo, who was shot and killed last October. Sources said his mother booked the hall for what would have been his birthday,” the outlet said.

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. described the shooting as a “life-changing ordeal.”

“Ten families woke up this morning to some of the most devastating news one could imagine receiving — their loved one had been shot. My thoughts are with the victims and all those impacted as they navigate this life-changing ordeal, and I’m relieved that seemingly no lives will be lost due to this despicable shooting,” Richards said. “I have been in constant communication with law enforcement, and while it does not appear this incident has a Queens nexus, under no circumstance will we allow any example of gun violence in our borough to go unpunished. I’m confident that those who perpetrated this heinous act will be arrested and held accountable for their actions.”

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