Federal prosecutors have charged 25-year-old Elijah Roy in connection with a shooting incident inside the Taste of City Lounge in Brooklyn’s Crown Heights neighborhood that left three people dead and dozens injured.
The incident, which occurred in August, unfolded during a crowded night at the lounge when gunfire erupted, sending patrons scrambling for safety. Authorities described the scene as chaotic, with multiple victims struck amid the crossfire.
According to the indictment, Roy is accused of playing a direct role in the violence. Prosecutors allege that he participated in the shooting and is now facing multiple counts related to firearms offenses and violent crime.
The Crown Heights community has been reeling from the tragedy, which has reignited concerns about gun violence and public safety in New York City. Local leaders and residents have called for increased security measures and stronger efforts to combat illegal firearms.
The case is being handled by federal authorities due to the severity of the charges and the scale of the violence. If convicted, Roy could face decades in prison.
Investigations remain ongoing, with law enforcement continuing to pursue potential accomplices and broader connections to organized criminal activity in the area.
