Overview

• The shooting happened around 8:20 to 8:30 a.m. on Linden Boulevard in Cambria Heights, according to the NYPD.
• The boy was taken to Cohen Children's Medical Center and is in critical condition.
• Investigators say the gunman fled and was described as a man with an afro wearing a white hoodie and white sneakers, carrying a backpack labeled "Jaws."
• No arrests have been announced as the investigation remains active.
• Authorities ask anyone with information to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS or crimestoppers.nypdonline.org.