Chaos erupted in the heart of New York City's Times Square on [date], as a massive brawl between multiple groups of people escalated into a violent clash, resulting in a stabbing and a shooting. According to eyewitnesses, the altercation began around [time] and quickly spread, with several individuals involved in the fight. Despite the presence of NYPD officers in the area, the situation spiraled out of control, leaving one victim with a gunshot wound and another with a serious slashing injury. Following a swift police response, a 17-year-old suspect has been taken into custody, but it remains unclear what sparked the initial confrontation and whether additional arrests are pending.
Times Square shots fired: Large fight leads to slashing, shooting; 17-year-old in police custody ABC7 New York
