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Nassau Police Investigating Random Gunshots Fired in New Cassel

Local News, Crime

By Published: October 23 2017

LongIsland.com

Two male victims loading a vehicle heard unknown people begin to fight followed by the sound of gun shots; one round went through the passenger door, cops say.

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NCPD reports the details of a Reckless Endangerment that occurred on Sunday, October 22, in New Cassel.

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New Cassel, NY - October 23, 2017 - The Third Squad reports the details of a Reckless Endangerment that occurred at 2:15am on Sunday, October 22, 2017 in New Cassel.
 
According to Detectives, the two male victims (ages 20 and 22 years) were loading equipment into their van parked at Sherman Street and Prospect Avenue when they heard unknown people begin to fight followed by the sound of gun shots. One round went through the open passenger door and broke the side window. No injuries were reported. The investigation is ongoing. 
 
Detectives request anyone with information regarding this crime to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.