Gunmen Open Fire in Queens Barbershop, NYPD Hunts for Suspects as Community Seeks Increased Police Presence

Chaos erupted in a Queens barbershop late Friday afternoon when a gunman opened fire amid ongoing haircuts. Langumas El Cache, located at 103-17 Roosevelt Ave in Corona, became the scene of the incident involving two suspects, according to police. As

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reported, surveillance video captured the moment when workers and patrons had to quickly dive to avoid gunfire. None were injured in the event.

The suspects purportedly targeted an unidentified individual. Though no casualties were reported, the NYPD is actively trying to track down the four suspects involved. As the suspects made their hurried escape post-shooting, they were seen fleeing east on 103rd Street, according to

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. The motive behind the attack remains undetermined, with officials piecing together what led up to the violence.

Former Councilmember Hiram Monserrate called the event a “miracle” because no one was seriously injured in what could have easily become a tragedy. “It’s a miracle no one was mortally wounded in the packed shop,” he said in a statement obtained by

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, acknowledging the danger the situation posed. The barbers, thrown into the role of inadvertent protectors, reportedly shielded a man who sought refuge in their shop, possibly the intended target of the attack.

In the wake of the shooting and ongoing concerns about rising crime rates, community advocates are pushing to keep law enforcement on Roosevelt Avenue. Ramon Ramirez-Baez of the Let’s Improve Roosevelt Avenue Coalition stated, “We are clear that these police officers need to stay in place on Roosevelt Avenue beyond the 90 days,” referring to a recent initiative. Dubbed “Operation Restore Roosevelt,” a 90-day crackdown has been underway to address crime and disorder in the neighborhood, particularly on Roosevelt Avenue between 74th and 111th Streets. This area, overseen by the 115th Precinct, has seen a spike in almost all major crime categories compared to last year, according to data obtained by

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.

The NYPD continues to appeal to the public for any information that might assist in the apprehension of the suspects involved in the shooting as the investigation remains active.

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