Iran Press/ America:The incident occurred during the morning commute at the 36th Street subway station in Brooklyn's Sunset Park neighborhood. CNN and other media reported that at least five people were shot, citing sources in the New York Fire Department.
It was not immediately clear whether the number of injured people included those shots.
A New York City police spokesperson said that officers responded to the scene but did not have details on the number of individuals shot.
The New York Police Department warned people to stay away from the area, known for its thriving Chinatown, views of the Statue of Liberty, and Industry City, a sprawling warehouse district that has become home to many creative businesses.
Video footage showed a massive enforcement presence around the subway station, including heavily armed officers and dozens of police cruisers and emergency vehicles.
206
Read More:
US: At least six dead, nine injured in Sacramento shooting rampage
One dead, 28 wounded in shooting at US car show
