NYPD: 1 teen shot, another slashed in Cypress Hills

An 18-year-old victim sustained a gunshot wound in his right thigh, while the 15-year-old was slashed in his left arm.

News 12 Staff

May 19, 2025, 11:37 AM

Updated 4 hr ago

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A teen was shot and another was slashed Sunday night in Cypress Hills, according to police.
Authorities say it happened around 9:30 p.m. at the intersection of Jamaica Avenue and Elton Street.
An 18-year-old victim sustained a gunshot wound in his right thigh, while the 15-year-old was slashed in his left arm.
Both were taken to Brookdale Hospital and are expected to be OK.
Police say no arrests have been made as of Monday morning.