A 17-year-old boy was shot outside of Clara Barton High School in Brooklyn on Wednesday evening. The victim, who was leaving a basketball game, noticed a group of five males following him before one of them opened fire, hitting him in the stomach. The victim was taken to Kings County Hospital in critical condition but is expected to survive his injuries. Three bullet casings were recovered from the scene, but no arrests have been made.
The incident, which took place near Washington Ave. in Crown Heights, has left the community shocked and concerned for the safety of students at the high school. School safety sources and investigators are working to determine a motive for the shooting and identify those responsible. The victim’s quick thinking and the prompt response of medics likely saved his life, as he was able to receive medical attention soon after being shot.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist in the investigation. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in communities across Brooklyn and the need for increased efforts to prevent such senseless acts from occurring. Clara Barton High School is offering support to students and staff affected by the shooting and working to ensure the safety of those on school grounds.
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