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A 20-year-old man visiting from Indianapolis was shot and killed in Bushwick early Saturday, police say.

Officers responded to 51 Eldert Street around 2:33 a.m. for a report of a man shot.

Upon arrival, units discovered a man who had been shot in the chest.

The victim was transported to a nearby hospital by EMS, where he was pronounced dead.

News reports have indicated that the victim was killed by a stray bullet during a visit to New York City from Indiana.

No arrests have been reported. The investigation is ongoing.

Tourist Fatally Struck by Stray Bullet in Bushwick

ShotSpotter technology, which picks up loud noises like gunshots, fireworks, and cars backfiring, has detected the sound of potential gunfire.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 42 Eldert St.

Police on the scene advise a man has been shot.

Additional units in the area are being requested to the scene.

Specialized units are en route for an evidence search.

Police report the man was shot in the chest, though his condition has not been specified.

Several Citizen users show video of first responders on the scene of the shooting.