18-year-old shot in head on basketball court in Brooklyn, police say

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Wednesday, October 16, 2024 11:11PM

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BROOKLYN (WABC) — An 18-year-old man was shot in the head in Brooklyn on a basketball court on Wednesday, according to police.

Police said the shooting happened at E. 81st Street and Flatlands Avenue, in Canarsie, at 5:41 p.m.

One person of interest is in custody and police said they are still searching for a male suspect, who fled towards Avenue J.

The victim was transported to an area hospital in critical condition, police said.

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