New York (USA), August 9 (LaPresse) – Three people were injured during a shooting that took place in the famous Times Square in New York late Friday night, according to the local police department. One person has been arrested and questioned in connection with the incident, but no charges have been filed yet. Videos shared on social media show people fleeing the scene, police surrounding a vehicle, and assisting the injured on the ground. Several individuals were hospitalized, but their injuries are not serious, according to police. The shooting occurred at 1:20 a.m. local time. Details of the incident have not yet been released. This year, New York City has seen a significant drop in gun violence. As of August 3, the number of shootings was the lowest in decades, with a 23% decrease compared to last year.
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