Gunfire in East New York sends bullet through MTA Bus; no injuries reported
Authorities say no injuries were reported, but evidence left at the scene shows how serious the situation could have been.
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Gunfire erupted in East New York on Thursday afternoon, with at least one bullet striking an MTA bus, according to police.
Authorities say no injuries were reported, but evidence left at the scene shows how serious the situation could have been.
According to police and witnesses, the shooting happened just before 4 p.m. Neighbors say they heard at least three shots ring out in the area.
Some residents initially dismissed the noise, believing it was too early in the day for gunfire — until emergency sirens filled the streets. Others reported seeing a group of men running toward Pennsylvania Avenue immediately after the shots were fired.
“It’s nothing new,” said Sylvester, an East New York resident. "I’m just surprised that it happened so early."
“I thought it was pretty safe,” another neighbor added. "Now, I’m going to be on the lookout."
Police spent hours canvassing the area, marking shell casings and other evidence. At the scene, a bullet hole could be seen piercing the front window of a B100 MTA bus.
An MTA spokesperson confirmed that no passengers were on board at the time of the shooting.
“It’s just a bus, but it could’ve been bystanders walking by — it could’ve been anything,” Sylvester said.
Investigators have not yet released details about a suspect or possible motive.
