A burst of late-night gunfire outside a Crown Heights apartment building has police hunting for a shooter and neighbors on edge after shots were fired in front of 796 Lincoln Place on Saturday night. Detectives have circulated images of the person they believe is responsible and are hoping someone in the neighborhood recognizes the suspect.
Crime Stoppers Shares Images and Cash Reward Offer
According to NYPD Crime Stoppers, the wanted individual "displayed a firearm" and "discharged" it multiple times at approximately 11:16 p.m., then took off heading southbound on Nostrand Avenue. The bulletin includes still images and a brief transcript, and notes that tips leading to an arrest and indictment may be eligible for a reward of up to $3,500.
Where the Shots Rang Out
The shooting falls within the 77th Precinct, which covers northern Crown Heights, according to the NYPD. The building at 796 Lincoln Place sits just east of Nostrand Avenue, a busy corridor where police say the suspect was last seen heading south.
Lincoln Place’s Recent Violent History
Lincoln Place has seen its share of trouble lately. In February, a daylight stickup on Lincoln Place on the same block left a man shot, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in the area. After incidents like these, investigators often ask residents to check home security and door-cam footage, which can be crucial for identifying suspects.
Legal Corner: What Reckless Endangerment Covers
The Crime Stoppers bulletin classifies the case as "reckless endangerment," a charge that can look very different depending on the alleged risk. Under New York law, reckless endangerment in the second degree is a class A misdemeanor. First-degree reckless endangerment, which requires conduct showing a "depraved indifference" and a grave risk of death, is a class D felony, according to New York Penal Law.
How to Help Detectives Track the Shooter
Anyone with information, video, or other tips is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782), or to submit a tip online, according to NYPD Crime Stoppers. Tipsters can remain anonymous and may qualify for a reward if their information leads to an arrest and indictment.
