February 19, 2026 BROOKLYN, NY The morning commute hadn't even fully settled into the afternoon lunch rush when the peace of a Brooklyn street corner was shattered by gunfire.
On Tuesday, Feb. 17, what started as a simple verbal dispute near the intersection of Lincoln Place and Schenectady Avenue escalated into a life-threatening nightmare. In a city where tensions can simmer, this encounter boiled over into a cold-blooded shooting that has left a 30-year-old man hospitalized and a dangerous shooter roaming the streets of Crown Heights.
From Words to Weapons
At approximately 10:50 a.m., the victim was approached by an unidentified male. While the origins of their argument remain unclear, the conclusion was tragically swift. According to police reports, the suspect didn't just walk away—he pulled a firearm and took aim.
A single shot rang out, striking the 30-year-old victim directly in the abdomen. As the man collapsed, the assailant didn't show remorse; instead, he reached down, snatched the victim’s cellphone, and fled the scene on foot.
The Escape and the Aftermath
The gunman was last seen bolting northbound on Schenectady Avenue toward St. John’s Place.
First responders from the 77th Precinct and EMS arrived shortly after the 911 calls flooded in. The victim was rushed to Kings County Hospital. In what many are calling a miracle given the proximity of the shot, he is currently listed in stable condition.
CRIME ALERT: Have You Seen This Man?
Early Wednesday morning, the NYPD released high-resolution surveillance images and video of the suspect. The footage, captured at a nearby bodega shortly before or after the shooting, shows the man clearly.
Suspect Description:
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Headwear: Bright red baseball cap.
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Clothing: Black hooded jacket over a white shirt and black pants.
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Footwear: Distinctive multi-colored sneakers.
