NYC Knicks celebrations marred by 7 shootings, police say
Gothamist • • sports
Key Points:
- Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch reported seven shootings linked to Knicks-related celebrations over the weekend, alongside assaults, vandalism, fires, and stabbings, though most fans celebrated peacefully.
- Crime expert Christopher Herrmann noted that the number of shootings is notable but expected given large outdoor gatherings, warm weather, and alcohol consumption during summer celebrations.
- Despite these incidents, overall shooting incidents and victims are down by more than 3% compared to the same period last year, according to recent NYPD crime statistics.
- Following the Knicks’ NBA Finals victory, tens of thousands gathered in Manhattan, resulting in 63 arrests, with 15 people criminally charged amid fights and property damage.
- A 17-year-old was shot near Times Square during celebrations, and another 17-year-old was arrested for weapons possession after being spotted fleeing the scene with a gun.
