A New Year’s celebration turned into a nightmare late Monday night as gunfire erupted at Amazura, a popular nightclub in Queens, New York. The mass shooting left at least 11 people injured and sparked an intense manhunt for the suspects, sending shockwaves through the local community.
The incident occurred at around 11:20 p.m. on January 1 at Amazura, located near the Jamaica Long Island Rail Road station at 91-12 144th Place. Known for hosting lively concerts and parties, the nightclub became the site of chaos and tragedy as shots rang out during a late-night event.
Law enforcement sources confirmed that the shooting left 11 individuals injured, with at least three victims managing to reach a nearby hospital on their own. The extent of the injuries remains unclear, but the NYPD has confirmed the incident as a mass shooting.
The New York Police Department quickly established a large crime scene around the nightclub, with numerous officers securing the area. Witnesses described a scene of panic and confusion as attendees fled while police worked to control the chaos.
Social media posts and videos showed the heavy police presence, with flashing lights illuminating the streets around the nightclub. Despite the extensive response, two suspects connected to the shooting remain at large.
Authorities have yet to release descriptions of the suspects or provide any clues about their motives. Reports from the Citizen app suggest the suspects fled the scene, and investigators are working to determine whether the attack was targeted or random.
NYPD officials are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Community members remain on edge, questioning how such violence could occur at a well-known venue in their neighborhood.
The shooting has left the Queens neighborhood of Jamaica shaken, with residents expressing fear and outrage. Amazura, a venue often packed with partygoers and concert attendees, has been a staple of nightlife in the area.
“This is terrifying,” said one local resident. “It could have been any of us inside that club. This shouldn’t happen here—or anywhere.”
As the story unfolded, social media became a key platform for breaking updates and public reaction.
Journalist Nick Sortor shared footage of the police response, tweeting
🚨 #BREAKING: MASS SHOOTING IN NEW YORK CITY
At least 11 people have been shot in Queens, NY at Amazura Night Club
This is still an ACTIVE situation. pic.twitter.com/HFYY0Cb3qZ
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) January 2, 2025
Another user, Walter Curt, posted police scanner audio confirming the number of victims.
🚨BREAKING: Queens NY police scanner audio confirms 11 victims in Amazura shooting.
Still no information on shooter at this time. pic.twitter.com/hZtdTqnJFt
— Walter Curt (@WCdispatch_) January 2, 2025
The social media posts have amplified public concern, with many calling for stronger measures to combat gun violence.
The Amazura shooting follows an earlier act of violence in New Orleans, where a car-ramming attack killed 16 people on the same day. While the incidents are unrelated, they highlight a troubling trend of violence that has marked the start of the new year.
In Queens, the shooting reignites concerns about public safety and gun violence in New York City. Despite ongoing efforts to curb violence, the city continues to grapple with high-profile incidents that leave communities reeling.
As investigators piece together what happened, several key details remain unanswered:
- Who are the suspects? The NYPD has not released descriptions or confirmed whether the suspects are still in the area.
- What are the victims’ conditions? While 11 injuries have been reported, the severity of the wounds has not been disclosed.
- What was the motive? Authorities are working to determine if the shooting was gang-related, targeted, or a random act of violence.
Community leaders and officials are now calling for increased security measures at large venues across the city. New York City officials have yet to issue a formal statement, but the incident has already sparked renewed debate about gun control and public safety.
For the victims and their families, the road to recovery will undoubtedly be long and challenging. In the meantime, the Queens community grapples with fear and uncertainty, seeking answers about how such a tragedy could unfold in their midst.
As the investigation continues, the nightclub shooting at Amazura serves as a sobering reminder of the violence that can erupt even in the heart of one of the world’s busiest cities. The NYPD, community leaders, and residents alike will be watching closely as more details emerge in the days to come.
I guess they need to bring as much mayhem as possible before Trump takes his seat. While they still can.
Demon Crap Party and Deep State Cabal doing what they do best, being EVIL!
Learn to love what you voted for New York.
How’s that for more strict gun laws New Jerk.
Just keep voting for Communist Democrats.
NYC has been disintegrating for a couple of decades with former Mayors Bloomberg, de Blasio and Adams having raked the once Iconic Great City over the coals breaking down civil and social order to the point that “Escape from New York” the old movie is a good prelude to what it’s now becoming nearly overnight with so many rich and middle class citizens fleeing it for safety and peace of mind!
No one is safe either inside or outside their homes.
If you stay home, the unhinged break in and rape, rob and murder.
You can’t go to any kind of public gathering. If you aren’t shot, you’re plowed down by an Islamic terrorist in a truck.
Any more, I only leave the house to get groceries (And, I’m afraid to go to the store, with their flash-mob robberies), or if its an emergency.
wonder WHY 29 states (RED) are constitutional carry? GOD gave us the right to life, NOT gov’t.
Elmer; So sad but true and I pray God bring His saving grace and love upon this horror we now live, in Jesus’ holy name I pray!
God bless you.
Amen.
Well, I guess by all of the Democrat and Wolk reasoning we need to ban guns because of what happened in New York, band vehicles because of what happened in New Orleans, and van Eddie exploding trucks for what happened in Las Vegas rather than enforcing the laws on the books. And oh yes, I forgot all of those big bad guns we need to set them down and give them a real talking too. Do you know how stupid that sounds when you start holding people accountable for their actions the crap will be greatly diminished. Law and order!
Lynn Beaver, Yes that is pointing out the sheer absurdity of how our society is running amuck with backwards thinking if we can even call it thinking!
“Rule of Law” and “common sense” has been greatly diminished with the dumb-down of society and allowing the Leftist lunacy to prevail over “morality and decency” so it’s about damn time all this Demoncrap be extinguished like a “burning pile of garbage” which it is! All “criminals must be held accountable for their actions” and “the insane should be institutionalized” not allowed to run hog-wild all over creation striking out and causing or inflicting pain, suffering and death!
We get this to happen then ordinary common folks can live normally as they should be! If not then “all hell will break loose and anarchy will prevail” and that’s what the Left and Demoncraps have been pushing society toward steadily!
We in the South, just yawn, when we see yankees killing yankees