Man Struck by Gunfire
96-21 57th Ave, Corona, Queens
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- A 30-year-old man was shot in both legs by masked assailants in front of 96-21 57th Avenue in Corona, New York, on February 21, 2026. The suspects fled in a white Econoline van with distinctive features, including a ladder rack and a black tarp. The victim was taken to a hospital in stable condition. Police are seeking public assistance to identify the suspects and vehicle involved.
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Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips may also be submitted online at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or through X at @NYPDTips. All calls are strictly confidential.
Following the shooting, the suspects fled the scene in a white Ford Econoline van that was last seen traveling southbound on the Cross Island Parkway. The vehicle was described as having a ladder rack mounted on the roof, a black tarp covering the front right panel, and latch locks on the rear doors. The license plate number is unknown.
The victim was transported by private means to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition.
According to police, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a 30-year-old male victim was in front of 96-21 57 Avenue when he was approached by two unidentified individuals wearing masks. During the encounter, one of the suspects discharged a firearm, striking the victim in both legs.
The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the individuals and vehicle shown in the attached media in connection with a non-fatal shooting that occurred within the confines of the 110 Precinct.
A Citizen user's video shows multiple officers on scene with police tape blocking the roadway. Go LIVE to share updates.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 96-21 57th Ave.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips may also be submitted online at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or through X at @NYPDTips. All calls are strictly confidential.
Following the shooting, the suspects fled the scene in a white Ford Econoline van that was last seen traveling southbound on the Cross Island Parkway. The vehicle was described as having a ladder rack mounted on the roof, a black tarp covering the front right panel, and latch locks on the rear doors. The license plate number is unknown.
The victim was transported by private means to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition.
According to police, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a 30-year-old male victim was in front of 96-21 57 Avenue when he was approached by two unidentified individuals wearing masks. During the encounter, one of the suspects discharged a firearm, striking the victim in both legs.
The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the individuals and vehicle shown in the attached media in connection with a non-fatal shooting that occurred within the confines of the 110 Precinct.
A Citizen user's video shows multiple officers on scene with police tape blocking the roadway. Go LIVE to share updates.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 96-21 57th Ave.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips may also be submitted online at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or through X at @NYPDTips. All calls are strictly confidential.
Following the shooting, the suspects fled the scene in a white Ford Econoline van that was last seen traveling southbound on the Cross Island Parkway. The vehicle was described as having a ladder rack mounted on the roof, a black tarp covering the front right panel, and latch locks on the rear doors. The license plate number is unknown.
The victim was transported by private means to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition.
According to police, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a 30-year-old male victim was in front of 96-21 57 Avenue when he was approached by two unidentified individuals wearing masks. During the encounter, one of the suspects discharged a firearm, striking the victim in both legs.
The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the individuals and vehicle shown in the attached media in connection with a non-fatal shooting that occurred within the confines of the 110 Precinct.
A Citizen user's video shows multiple officers on scene with police tape blocking the roadway. Go LIVE to share updates.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 96-21 57th Ave.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips may also be submitted online at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or through X at @NYPDTips. All calls are strictly confidential.
Following the shooting, the suspects fled the scene in a white Ford Econoline van that was last seen traveling southbound on the Cross Island Parkway. The vehicle was described as having a ladder rack mounted on the roof, a black tarp covering the front right panel, and latch locks on the rear doors. The license plate number is unknown.
The victim was transported by private means to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition.
According to police, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a 30-year-old male victim was in front of 96-21 57 Avenue when he was approached by two unidentified individuals wearing masks. During the encounter, one of the suspects discharged a firearm, striking the victim in both legs.
The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the individuals and vehicle shown in the attached media in connection with a non-fatal shooting that occurred within the confines of the 110 Precinct.
A Citizen user's video shows multiple officers on scene with police tape blocking the roadway. Go LIVE to share updates.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 96-21 57th Ave.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips may also be submitted online at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or through X at @NYPDTips. All calls are strictly confidential.
Following the shooting, the suspects fled the scene in a white Ford Econoline van that was last seen traveling southbound on the Cross Island Parkway. The vehicle was described as having a ladder rack mounted on the roof, a black tarp covering the front right panel, and latch locks on the rear doors. The license plate number is unknown.
The victim was transported by private means to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition.
According to police, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., a 30-year-old male victim was in front of 96-21 57 Avenue when he was approached by two unidentified individuals wearing masks. During the encounter, one of the suspects discharged a firearm, striking the victim in both legs.
The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the individuals and vehicle shown in the attached media in connection with a non-fatal shooting that occurred within the confines of the 110 Precinct.
A Citizen user's video shows multiple officers on scene with police tape blocking the roadway. Go LIVE to share updates.
A 911 caller has reported an unconfirmed incident at 96-21 57th Ave.
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Repent Jesus is coming
Amen!
Citizens should get paid for this footage! It’s better than the news on TV
Anyone wondering, it was a accidental shot. No one got hurt and the suspect ran away (slowly). Also why literally everyone in 57th just stood there while the shots were fired
Agreed ICE is doing a good job, Exactly not all hoods but definitely most of them
Tf they gonna do in the average place dominated by the ghetto
Repent Jesus is coming
Amen!
Citizens should get paid for this footage! It’s better than the news on TV
Anyone wondering, it was a accidental shot. No one got hurt and the suspect ran away (slowly). Also why literally everyone in 57th just stood there while the shots were fired
Agreed ICE is doing a good job, Exactly not all hoods but definitely most of them
Tf they gonna do in the average place dominated by the ghetto
Repent Jesus is coming
Amen!
Citizens should get paid for this footage! It’s better than the news on TV
Anyone wondering, it was a accidental shot. No one got hurt and the suspect ran away (slowly). Also why literally everyone in 57th just stood there while the shots were fired
Agreed ICE is doing a good job, Exactly not all hoods but definitely most of them
Tf they gonna do in the average place dominated by the ghetto
Repent Jesus is coming
Amen!
Citizens should get paid for this footage! It’s better than the news on TV
Anyone wondering, it was a accidental shot. No one got hurt and the suspect ran away (slowly). Also why literally everyone in 57th just stood there while the shots were fired
Agreed ICE is doing a good job, Exactly not all hoods but definitely most of them
Tf they gonna do in the average place dominated by the ghetto
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Repent Jesus is coming
Amen!
Citizens should get paid for this footage! It’s better than the news on TV
Anyone wondering, it was a accidental shot. No one got hurt and the suspect ran away (slowly). Also why literally everyone in 57th just stood there while the shots were fired
Agreed ICE is doing a good job, Exactly not all hoods but definitely most of them
Tf they gonna do in the average place dominated by the ghetto