Crime & Safety

Man Critically Injured After Shooting In Queens

No arrests have been made.

QUEENS, NY — Police are investigating a shooting in Queens that left a man in critical condition early Thursday morning.

The incident happened outside 34 Steinway Street just before 3:50 a.m.

A 40-year-old man was found shot in the back. He was taken to a local hospital and is listed in critical condition.

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What led up to the shooting is not known at this time.

No arrests have been made. An investigation remains ongoing.

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