Multiple people shot at Brooklyn subway station in US during morning rush

Multiple gunshots have been heard inside the 36th Street subway station in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The incident happened during the morning commuter rush.

New York City Fire Department told local media networks that at least 13 people had been rushed to the hospital. 

A Police Department spokeswoman said they received a call to the 36th Street subway station, where the D, N and R subway lines pass through the Sunset Park neighbourhood, at around 8:30 am local time or 6 pm IST.

Fox News reported citing a law enforcement source that the suspect was a male, wearing an MTA uniform, a gas mask and 'carrying a bookbag'.

NYPD counterterrorism unit is at the site even as reinforcements in the form of police K9 units and personnel, have been deployed at subway stations around New York City. Mayor Eric Adams appealed to New Yorkers to stay away from the area for their safety. He urged people to allow first responders to help those in need and investigate the incident.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said that US President Joe Biden has been briefed on the latest developments regarding the subway shooting. The official further said that White House senior staff are in touch with Mayor Adams and the Police Commissioner to offer any assistance as needed

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