15-year-old killed, 2 injured in Eisenhower Park shooting on Long Island, police say
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Key Points:
- Two individuals are in custody following a gang-related shooting at Eisenhower Park on Long Island that killed a 15-year-old boy and injured two others.
- The shooting occurred around 8:20 p.m. near Hempstead Turnpike and Merrick Avenue during a barbecue event organized via social media for gang members.
- Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder condemned the violence, announcing a ban on future parties in the park to protect the community.
- The two injured victims were undergoing surgery and reported to be in stable condition, while the identities of all victims and suspects have not been released.
- A heavy police presence, including patrol cars and a helicopter, was deployed, and the investigation remains ongoing.
