NYPD urges public to avoid Times Square after shooting
By The BriefBrief
The NYPD urged the public to avoid West 43rd Street and Seventh Avenue in Times Square on Monday afternoon while officers investigated a police-involved shooting. Police warned of delays in the surrounding area, and said a shooting occurred but did not provide additional details.
WHO:NYPD
WHAT:NYPD warned the public to avoid a Times Square intersection during an investigation of a police-involved shooting.
WHEN:Reported Aug 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Times Square (West 43rd Street and Seventh Avenue), New York, NY
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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