East Harlem Shootout: Two Teens Injured, Police Involved in Gun Battle
Eyewitness News ABC7NYOctober 5, 20253 min37,898 views
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- ⚡ A wild shootout occurred on the streets of East Harlem around 5:30 PM, involving teenagers and police officers.
- 📍 The incident took place at the intersection of East 123rd Street and Second Avenue, during rush hour.
Police Response and Gun Battle
- 👮 Two police officers heard gunfire and observed two groups of teenagers engaged in a running gun battle.
- 💥 One officer opened fire on at least one of the teens involved in the shooting.
- ⚠️ Police believe the officers' actions likely prevented the situation from escalating and potentially saved lives.
Injuries and Arrests
- 🤕 Two 15-year-olds were shot in the leg and taken to the hospital.
- ⛓️ Two individuals were taken into custody: one of the injured teens and an 18-year-old.
Suspect and Weapon Details
- 🔫 A firearm with an extended clip capable of holding 31 rounds was found on the 18-year-old suspect, identified as Damen Calhoun.
- ⚖️ Calhoun, who has a violent criminal past, had previously pleaded guilty to attempted murder when he was 17 but was released pending sentencing.
Ongoing Investigation and Aftermath
- 🔍 The scene involved three crime scenes, and police are working to understand the motives and full scope of the incident.
- 🚫 Fortunately, no police officers or innocent bystanders were injured despite the significant amount of gunfire.
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