Kerry Gahalal was more seriously injured than initially reported after being struck during a police shooting in Brooklyn, as confirmed by the woman’s family attorney.
The recent shooting incident at a Brooklyn subway station in New York City has raised concerns about the injuries sustained by bystanders. Kerry Gahalal, a 26-year-old woman, was one of the bystanders wounded during the confrontation between police officers and a knife-wielding man, Derrell Mickles. Contrary to initial reports that she was only grazed by gunfire, it has been revealed that she has a bullet lodged in her leg, making it difficult for her to walk. Another bystander, Gregory Delpeche, is in critical condition following the incident.
The Police Department released video footage of the shooting, but questions remain about the officers’ actions and whether the use of force was justified. The incident is under investigation by the Force Investigation Division and the Brooklyn district attorney’s office. Police officials and Mayor Eric Adams maintain that the officers were justified in using force as Mr. Mickles had threatened them with a weapon. Critics argue that the situation escalated unnecessarily from a minor offense like fare evasion.
On the day of the shooting, Ms. Gahalal, who had just celebrated her 26th birthday, was on her way to Manhattan with her husband for a dinner when the incident occurred at the Sutter Avenue L train station in Brownsville. Chief of Department Jeffrey Maddrey initially stated that Ms. Gahalal had been grazed by gunfire, along with Mr. Delpeche who was struck in the head.
The shooting incident has sparked debates about police conduct and the use of force in such situations. The injuries sustained by bystanders like Ms. Gahalal highlight the potential risks involved when law enforcement intervenes in public spaces. The ongoing investigation will shed more light on the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine whether the officers followed proper protocols during the confrontation.
Source: The NY Times
