Huntington Station Shooting: Police Investigate Fatal Targeted Incident in Suffolk County
A shooting in Huntington Station, New York, has left one man dead, prompting an active homicide investigation by Suffolk County police. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon near the area of West Pulaski Road, where authorities responded to reports of gunfire around 4:15 p.m.
According to police, officers arrived at the scene behind a local deli and found an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Huntington Hospital but was later pronounced dead. Investigators have described the shooting as a “targeted incident,” though no arrests have been made and the motive remains under investigation.
A large police presence, including homicide detectives, K-9 units, and a helicopter, was seen in the area as authorities secured the scene and searched for evidence. Residents were urged to avoid the area while the investigation continued.
The Suffolk County Police Department is asking anyone with information about the shooting to come forward as detectives work to identify suspects and determine the circumstances leading to the fatal encounter.
This remains a developing story, and further details are expected as the investigation progresses.