What's happening at Blackstone in Manhattan, NYC? Shooting, active shooter reports surface
As a massive police response is underway in the of East 52 Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue. Though NYPD is yet confirm is shots were fired, ABC7 reported that one officer was injured, along with a civilian.
"Due to police activity, please avoid the vicinity of East 52 Street between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue," the NYPD said on X.
Videos surfaced from midtown Manhattan showing the massive police response underway near the Blackstone building. Reports claim that the suspect could be armed and dangerous, possibly carrying a AR-15 rifle and wearing a bullet-proof vest.
Here's a video from the scene showing numerous EMS and NYPD vehicles on East 52 Street.
This is an active investigation, and no further details have been revealed.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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