Gunman opens fire near Snyder and Utica avenues, flees on foot

Gunman opens fire near Snyder and Utica avenues, flees on foot

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — An unidentified gunman fired multiple shots in Brooklyn last week before fleeing the scene, police said.

The shooting occurred around 5:05 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, near Snyder Avenue and Utica Avenue. Authorities said the suspect discharged a firearm several times before running north on East 49th Street toward Church Avenue.

Gunman opens fire near Snyder and Utica avenues, flees on foot

No injuries were reported in the incident.

Police described the suspect as a male with a medium complexion, thin build, and short braided hairstyle. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and white sneakers.

The investigation is ongoing.