NYPD Seeking Gunman After Shots Fired On Clifton Place In Williamsburg Earlier This Month

Yisroel R.

The NYPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting incident earlier this month in Williamsburg’s 79th Precinct.

According to police, the incident happened on Thursday, July 9, at approximately 7:30 p.m. in front of 156 Clifton Place. Investigators say an unidentified man displayed a firearm and fired multiple shots at another individual before fleeing the scene on foot.

The suspect was last seen running westbound on Clifton Place toward Classon Avenue. No injuries were reported as a result of the shooting.

Police described the suspect as a dark-complexioned male who was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, a black sweater, black shorts, and green sneakers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).