Man grabs gun from 'aggressive' rider in NYC subway and shoots him as commuters duck in fear
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BROOKLYN, NEW YORK: Amid the bustling rush hour commute in New York City, a terrifying incident unfolded on a northbound A train in Brooklyn on Thursday, March 14, leaving commuters scrambling for safety.
The altercation, which escalated from a verbal dispute to a physical fight, culminated in a shocking turn of events as a 32-year-old passenger took control by disarming and shooting an aggressive rider in the head.
Here’s the full video of the NYC subway incident. The black guy provokes a fight with the Latino man before pulling out a gun. He was later disarmed when the gun was used against him. Curiously, the other videos of the incident cut out the start making it appear as if the black… pic.twitter.com/4K0aQAZbOe
— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) March 15, 2024
Terrified commuters duck for cover and run off train
Eyewitnesses recounted the tense moments leading up to the gunfire, with the aggressor brandishing a sharp object and later a gun, prompting panic among passengers. The incident comes on the heels of heightened concerns over subway safety, prompting Governor Kathy Hochul's deployment of 750 national guard members in response to escalating violence.
Man fatally shot in the head during rush hour in the NYC subway.😱
— ShanghaiPanda (@thinking_panda) March 15, 2024
US politicians have so many things to do - how to end several wars, how to reduce inflation and how to deal with NYC subway's terrible security.
But they are only interested in Tiktok.🤪pic.twitter.com/RUWgzfPvMe
Videos shared on social media captured the chaos and fear gripping commuters as shots rang out, with frantic calls for assistance echoing through the train car. Law enforcement swiftly responded to the scene at the Hoyt–Schermerhorn Streets station, where the alleged shooter was apprehended and the injured aggressor rushed to hospital in critical condition.
Here is the aftermath of the NYC Subway shooting. The guy that was shot had his own gun turned on him. pic.twitter.com/ipY204LeuV
— Lori Love (@thereallorilove) March 15, 2024
Mounting concerns over subway safety
While authorities continue to investigate the incident, concerns over subway safety persist. Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) chairman Janno Lieber stated, "The victim here, as the chief said, appears to be the aggressor." "But the real victims are the people I saw in those videos, who are having a harrowing time because they're on a train with somebody with a gun."
Since the beginning of the year, there has been a 22.6% increase in NYC subway crime.
— I Meme Therefore I Am 🇺🇸 (@ImMeme0) March 15, 2024
I hope New Yorkers are getting tired of voting blue no matter who. pic.twitter.com/QJCQfxbWhB
The shooting underscores broader challenges facing New York City's subway system, amidst a backdrop of rising crime rates and recent violent incidents. Mayor Eric Adams has pledged to bolster security measures, including reinstating bag checks and stationing 750 national guard members at key locations, in response to the alarming surge in subway-related crimes.
I live above the Hoyt/Schermerhorn street station . There was a shooting in the subway station that has a PRECINCT IN IT. @NYCMayor @GovKathyHochul step up or step out. The safety of many should not be squandered by a few. pic.twitter.com/nJ1cQwieG3
— Owen Anderson (@OwenAnderson41) March 14, 2024
Netizens express frustration over alarming shooting
A user tweeted, "American crime situation is out of control."
Another added, "The gun did not come out till after that wench stabbed him. She pulled a knife out of that bag she was digging in. And she stood there “I didn't do nothing” repeatedly. She needs to be arrested. A fist fight is one thing but pulling a knife is an entirely different thing."
The gun did not come out till after that wench stabbed him. She pulled a knife out of that bag she was digging in. And she stood there “I didn't do nothing” repeatedly.
— MuffinMight❤️🤍💙🇺🇸 (@MuffinMigh8622) March 15, 2024
She needs to be arrested. A fist fight is one thing but pulling a knife is an entirely different thing.
A third stated, "Too brave while flailing around his firearm irresponsibly. It cost him his life in the end. A lesson for gun owners with a temper."
Too brave while flailing around his firearm irresponsibly.
— Town Square (@XTownSquareX) March 15, 2024
It cost him his life in the end.
A lesson for gun owners with a temper.
"Just another day on the good ol NYC subway," read a tweet. "I can't imagine how terrifying it must have been to witness this," said a user. "This is a good example of self defense, bravo," another added.
I can't imagine how terrifying it must have been to witness this.
— Laura (@WideAwakeLaura) March 15, 2024
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