Three people were injured in separate shootings near the West Indian American Day Carnival in Brooklyn, which was taking place in a festive atmosphere. A man was shot in Crown Heights, while a woman and a 19-year-old man were attacked near Eastern Parkway. Despite increased security measures, incidents of violence marred the event, which celebrates Caribbean culture with parades and concerts.
Gunfire disrupts the West Indian American Day Carnival in Brooklyn
This article was updated at 15:30.