Mass shooting outside nightclub: police deployed on a large scale

New York (USA) - Major alarm in the New York borough of Queens ( USA )! There was a mass shooting outside an event location late on Wednesday evening.

The New York police were on duty on Wednesday evening after a violent shooting at the Amazura nightclub.
The New York police were on duty on Wednesday evening after a violent shooting at the Amazura nightclub.  © Screenshot/X/@ag_Journalist

At least eleven people, probably mainly teenagers, are said to have been injured, reports theNew York Post, citing NYPD sources.

Shortly before 11.20pm, a gunman opened fire near the Amazura nightclub - a venue for DJs and live performances - in the Jamaica district, just as a large crowd was gathering.

The victims were reportedly taken to nearby hospitals, including Long Island Jewish Hospital and Cohen's Children Medical Center. According to the NYPD, no victim's life is in danger.

Investigators secured evidence at the scene. A gray Infiniti sedan is being sought.

As the local news portal "amNY" reports, a private party was taking place in the event hall at the time of the incident. While around 80 people were waiting to get in, two to three suspects appeared and shot indiscriminately at those waiting.