Several people have been shot on a Brooklyn subway platform during the Tuesday morning commuter rush.
The attack occurred at the 36th Street station in Sunset Park, authorities said.
One photojournalist said he saw “Multiple people shot at 36 street station by two people in #sunsetpark. All are currently being transported to the hospital.”
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Associated Press reported that 5 people were shot and that fire personnel found multiple people injured and undetonated devices, according to a New York City Fire Department spokesperson.
Law enforcement officials said the suspect had fled, and was wearing a construction vest and a gas mask.
A photo from the scene showed a bloodied train and platform.
Photo circulating on social media reportedly from the 36th street Subway shooting in Brooklyn, New York. Reports of 6 shot. pic.twitter.com/e68zG1Pc0o
— Moshe Schwartz (@YWNReporter) April 12, 2022
A shocking video reportedly showing the aftermath of the attack is being widely shared on social media.
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Others captured shocked and dazed commuters.