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NewsThe GuardianJuly 5, 2026United States

Eight people shot in Coney Island on Independence Day

At least eight individuals, including four children, were wounded in a shooting incident in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn on the evening of July 4th. The event occurred near the boardwalk shortly after a fireworks display.

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Why It Matters

This incident involves a mass shooting event in a public space, impacting local public safety and emergency response resources in Brooklyn.

Key Facts

  • At least eight people were shot and wounded.
  • Four of the victims are children.
  • The incident occurred at approximately 10:35pm on Saturday, July 4th.
  • The location of the shooting was West 30th Street in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn.
  • One woman is reported to be in critical condition.
  • The shooting took place less than an hour after a fireworks display on the nearby boardwalk.

Who's Mentioned

locationNew York City“The city where the shooting occurred.”locationConey Island“The specific neighborhood in Brooklyn where the incident took place.”locationWest 30th Street“The specific street where the shooting occurred.”