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21 Jan 2018 | 11:04 PM UTC

United States: Shooting in midtown Manhattan wounds three January 21

Shooting in midtown Manhattan wounds at least three people January 21, with suspect still at large; avoid the area

Warning

Event

An unidentified gunman shot and wounded at least three people in midtown Manhattan on Sunday, January 21. The shooting occurred around 16:40 (local time) on West 31st Street between 5th and 6th avenues. A personal argument reportedly preceded the shooting; authorities have not considered the incident to be an act of terrorism. The suspect is still at large as of 17:30 on Sunday. Avoid the area.

Advice

Individuals in Manhattan are advised to avoid the area, monitor developments to the situation, report any suspicious objects or behavior, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.