"It is a tragedy that this baby was shot and killed. Our heart breaks for this family."
"Citywide, shootings this year track close to 2025 levels, which officials called a record-low year for gun violence."
A 7-month-old girl was shot and killed in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn while her mother pushed her in a stroller. The incident occurred just after 1 p.m. at the intersection of Humboldt and Moore streets. A bullet struck the girl, and she was rushed to Woodhull Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Two suspects were seen driving a moped. Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed condolences, stating it is a tragedy. Citywide shootings this year are tracking close to record-low levels, though incidents may rise with warmer weather.
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