Shooting in South Ozone Park, Queens leaves one man dead; no arrests
SOUTHERN OZONE PARK, Queens (WABC) — Police are investigating a murder in Queens after a man was found with multiple gunshot wounds throughout his body near a popular nightclub.
The fatal shooting occurred shortly after 1 a.m. Monday at 117th Street and Rockaway Boulevard.
Police say the victim, who has not been identified, was shot about eight times. Authorities discovered gunshot wounds to the head, leg and chest.
He was taken to Jamaica Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Authorities say two men fled the scene of the shooting. They say one was wearing a white shirt.
The motive for the shooting is unknown and no arrests have been made.
Police are investigating whether the shooting is related to a club a short distance away.
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