At least 8 people shot, including 4 children, in New York’s Coney Island on July 4: Reports

At least eight people, including four children, were shot during Fourth of July celebrations in Brooklyn's Coney Island. The NYPD responded to the incident on 2929 West 31st Street around 10:37 p.m. EDT on Saturday night. The shooting occurred amidst festivities marking the US at 250 celebrations, resulting in multiple casualties. Local media reports and official statements from the New York Police Department confirm the injuries sustained by the victims during the holiday event.