Road Rage Shooting Causes Major Delays Near JFK Airport

Road Rage Incident Near JFK

• 🎯 A road rage incident earlier this morning near JFK Airport involved shots being fired.
• ⚠️ Thankfully, no injuries were reported as a result of the shooting.

Traffic and Travel Impact

• ✈️ The incident caused significant traffic backups and delays for travelers attempting to reach JFK Airport.
• 🚧 The Van Wick Expressway was completely closed entering the airport for over an hour, causing major disruptions.
• 🚗 While one lane has since reopened, substantial delays remain on the Van Wick as it approaches JFK.
• 💡 Travelers heading to JFK are advised to allow for extra travel time this morning.

Investigation Details

• 🚓 NYPD and the Port Authority Police Department are jointly investigating the incident to determine the exact sequence of events.
• 📍 The shooting occurred on the Van Wick Expressway near the entrance to JFK, close to Federal Circle.