Two Injured in Shooting Outside Brooklyn Facility
Two people were hospitalized after a shooting occurred near an Amazon fulfillment center in Red Hook on Sunday night.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Violence
A 30-year-old woman and a 23-year-old man were shot at the intersection of Lorraine and Hicks streets in Red Hook. Both victims are currently receiving treatment at a local hospital following the late-night incident.
Why it matters
The violent encounter has prompted an active investigation by local authorities who are working to identify and apprehend the suspects involved in the shooting. The incident occurred in a high-traffic industrial area near an Amazon fulfillment center, drawing immediate attention from area police.
Police are searching for two male suspects who fled the scene in a white Nissan Altima following the shooting. Investigators have processed the crime scene at Lorraine and Hicks streets, though no arrests have been announced.
The players
Amazon
Amazon is a multinational technology company that operates a large logistics and fulfillment network, including the facility located in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn.
The details
The suspects targeted the victims outside the Amazon facility, prompting officers to establish a taped-off perimeter and place evidence markers across the intersection. Emergency responders arrived shortly after the 11:15 p.m. incident to transport the wounded individuals to the hospital.
Timeline
The shooting occurred at approximately 11:15 p.m. on October 11, 2026.
Police continued their active investigation into the following morning on October 12, 2026.
Legal Context
This investigation follows the standard procedural response for urban gun violence in New York City, prioritizing the identification of suspects through vehicle tracking. Such incidents are evaluated within the broader context of municipal crime rates and recent legislative efforts to address firearm-related injuries.
Local residents and employees in the Red Hook industrial area may notice an increased police presence while the investigation into the suspects continues. Authorities have secured the immediate scene, though no specific safety advisories have been issued for the broader community.
The takeaway
The active pursuit of the suspects suggests a coordinated effort by local law enforcement to resolve this case quickly. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any sightings of a white Nissan Altima matching the description provided by investigators.
Further reading
For ongoing updates regarding public safety efforts in the borough, visit the New York City Violence section.
