Tourists Flee As Gunfire Breaks Out In New York's Times Square; One Injured, Suspect Teen Held

Published 19 June 2026 · us

Tourists Flee As Gunfire Breaks Out In New York's Times Square; One Injured, Suspect Teen Held Published By, Last Updated: June 19, 2026, 08:24 IST

Tourists Flee As Gunfire Breaks Out In New York's Times Square; One Injured, Suspect Teen Held Published By, Last Updated: June 19, 2026, 08:24 IST Police said a dispute involving a large group of people broke out in the area, during which a 26-year-old man was slashed in the neck. Rapid Read Panic swept through New York's Times Square after gunshots were fired in a crowded intersection. (Image/X) Times Square Firing: Several gunshots were fired in New York City’s Times Square on Thursday afternoon (local time), triggering panic among tourists and bystanders in one of the world’s busiest public spaces. The shooting incident took place around 3:40 pm local time near Broadway between West 44th and 45th streets,, after the parade for NBA champion New York Knicks had filled the streets of lower Manhattan, according to the New York Police Department (NYPD). Officials said 10,000 police officers had been deployed to secure the event honouring the Knicks’ first championship team in 53 years.

Police said a dispute involving a large group of people broke out in the area, during which a 26-year-old man was slashed in the neck. A short time later, a 17-year-old boy allegedly opened fire on the same group. Videos from the scene appeared to show at least two people opening fire in a crowded intersection near a parked NYPD vehicle. Tourists, locals and visitors quickly ran for cover as the shots were fired. Panicked bystanders were seen scrambling to get away or ducking for cover as the suspects ran down the street. 🇺🇸: Shots fired near 42nd Street and Broadway in Times Square, New York CityAccording to NYPD reports and eyewitness accounts, gunfire caused panic with crowds scattering. A suspect was quickly arrested, and a firearm was recovered at the scene. No injuries have been confirmed… pic.twitter.com/3Pbgnybtx1 — World In Last 24hr (@world24x7hr) June 18, 2026 The New York Fire Department said one person was injured and taken to a hospital and is expected to recover.

Cops chased the suspects shortly after the shooting. The NYPD said one juvenile suspect was arrested and a firearm was recovered. The shooting scare comes just days after another gun-related incident in Times Square during celebrations following the New York Knicks’ championship victory. On June 16, gunshots were reported near the intersection of 42nd Street and Broadway, sending hundreds of revellers running for safety. A 17-year-old boy was injured in that incident, while police later recovered a loaded firearm. Thursday’s shooting again caused panic in Times Square, with people running for safety after gunfire erupted in the crowded area, while police moved quickly to chase down a suspect and one person was taken to hospital. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit About the Author Shobhit Gupta Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at News18.com and covers India and International news.