NYPD Released Photo of Carnival Parade Shooting Suspect
The suspect is wanted for a shooting that injured two people during Labor Day festivities in Brooklyn.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Violence
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The NYPD has released a photo of a suspect linked to a shooting at Eastern Parkway and Kingston Avenue that occurred during the Labor Day parade. Two victims, a woman and a 19-year-old man, were hospitalized with leg and foot injuries and remain in stable condition.
Why it matters
The violent incident occurred despite extensive security measures implemented by the NYPD for the annual celebration. Authorities are working to identify the shooter to ensure public safety in the Crown Heights neighborhood following multiple acts of violence.
The NYPD is actively seeking the suspect involved in the 4 p.m. Labor Day shooting. The department is also investigating a separate shooting at 800 Nostrand Avenue and a prior incident involving five stabbing victims.
The players
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The New York City Police Department is the municipal law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the crimes and maintaining public order.
The details
The suspect allegedly targeted the victims near the parade route at Eastern Parkway and Kingston Avenue. Before the parade began, five other individuals also suffered stab wounds in separate incidents.
Timeline
The shooting occurred at 4 p.m. on Labor Day 2026.
A separate shooting took place during the afternoon of Labor Day 2026.
Six people were shot during the 2025 parade event.
Legal Context
The recent violence at the parade follows a similar pattern to the 2025 New York Carnival Parade, where six people were shot. Law enforcement continues to grapple with security challenges during the large-scale annual event in Crown Heights.
Residents in Crown Heights should remain aware of their surroundings following the multiple violent incidents near the parade route. The NYPD has issued no new specific safety advisories, though investigators are actively working to locate the suspect.
The takeaway
Public safety remains a critical concern for large-scale outdoor community events in the city. Authorities rely on community assistance to identify suspects involved in public shootings to help prevent future acts of violence.
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