A 15-year-old girl was shot and wounded outside a Harlem NYCHA complex on Wednesday evening, according to police reports. The incident occurred on Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. near W. 142nd St. outside NYCHA’s Hamilton Houses around 8:20 p.m. The girl was shot in the right thigh and then ran to W. 130th St. and St. Nicholas Ave. before receiving help and being taken to Harlem Hospital in stable condition.
It remains unclear whether the teenager was the intended target of the shooting, and as of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
The shooting highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence in the Harlem community and the need for improved safety measures in NYCHA complexes. Residents have expressed shock and concern over the incident, emphasizing the importance of addressing the root causes of violence in the area.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is encouraged to work together to prevent such acts of violence and ensure the safety of all residents, particularly young people who may be at risk. The shooting serves as a reminder of the need for increased efforts to combat gun violence and protect the wellbeing of individuals in the community.
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