Five people including a 10-year-old boy and two teenagers have been shot in New York in what police are describing as a "heinous crime".
The shooting happened just after 4pm in the Bronx on East 153rd Street and Courtland Avenue in the Melrose section.
The victims - three males and two females - were reportedly standing in the street when a gunman opened fire.
The extent their injuries are not known, however, police said none were considered life-threatening.
Images from the scene show dozens of emergency services vehicles.
Local media say the victims include a 15-year-old boy, a 19-year-old woman, a 20-year-old man and a 36-year-old woman.
Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect or suspects, and no arrests have yet been made.
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Deputy Inspector Robert M. Gallitelli, Commanding Officer, tweeted: "It’s unfortunate due to the holidays coming up however officers are investigating a shooting incident at Courtland Ave and East 152 St in The Bronx.
"Please avoid the area if possible. More information to follow when available."
He later added: "Shots reported on East 151 street and Courtlandt Avenue.
"Confirmed 5 people shot 3 males and 2 females.
"Sadly the youngest to this violence is a 10year old. We pray for there speedy recovery while the best of the best are looking to find who did this heinous crime."
