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Coney Island Shootings Result in Multiple Injuries and a Fatality
7/5/2026, 12:32:58 PM
Recent Coney Island Shootings: Core Facts
On a Wednesday morning, New York Police Department (NYPD) officers responded to reports of gunfire near West 28th Street and Surf Avenue, a block from the Coney Island boardwalk. They found 24-year-old Truron Roach-Martin—known as “Briscoe Bands”—with gunshot wounds to the face and chest. He was taken to NYU Langone Hospital Brooklyn and was pronounced dead.
Later that week, on Saturday night just after 10:30 p.m., police were dispatched to 2929 West 31st Street after multiple shooting reports. Five victims were found with gunshot wounds; two were identified as children aged five and seven. Four victims are expected to recover, while one remains in critical condition. The incident occurred near Surf Avenue by the amphitheater, though exact location details differ across reports. No arrests have been made in either case, and investigations remain open.
Timeline of Events
- Wednesday morning – Fatal shooting of Truron Roach-Martin near West 28th St. & Surf Ave.; suspect fled east on West 28th St. toward Mermaid Ave.
- Saturday night (?10:30 p.m.) – Mass shooting of five individuals at 2929 West 31st St.; victims transported to area hospitals.
Victims and Casualties
- Fatality: Truron Roach-Martin, 24, male, Brooklyn resident (Bedford-Stuyvesant).
- Injured: Five persons, including children aged five and seven; four expected to recover, one in critical condition.
Police Investigation and Official Response
The NYPD confirmed that both incidents are under active homicide investigations. No arrests have been announced, and detectives have not identified a suspect or motive. Police have urged anyone with information to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers (1-800-577-TIPS). The department also noted that gun violence remains a concern in the NYPD’s 60th Precinct, which covers Coney Island, Brighton Beach, and Sea Gate.
Verbatim Quotes
- “He didn’t bother nobody.” — Christine Roach, mother
- “Mark my words, this murderer will be caught, and he will be prosecuted.” — Christine Roach, mother
- “This world is crazy,” — Christine Roach, mother
- “We don’t know what happened,” — Christine Roach, mother
- “That’s what all this was about. Envy and jealousy,” — Christine Roach, mother
- “My son was loved,” — Christine Roach, mother
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Location: NBC New York places the Saturday shooting on Surf Avenue near the amphitheater, while ABC 7 NY cites 2929 West 31st Street.
- Victim condition: ABC 7 NY reports one victim in critical condition; NBC New York released no condition details.
- Context: NBC New York notes uncertainty about a link to July 4 fireworks, a detail absent from other sources.
Impact on Community Safety
The back-to-back shootings underscore ongoing concerns about firearm violence in the 60th Precinct. Residents and local officials have expressed heightened anxiety, and the incidents have prompted renewed calls for community-based prevention measures and increased police visibility.
What’s Next
The NYPD continues to solicit tips from the public and has not ruled out additional leads. Both investigations remain open, with no charges filed to date.
