A 25-year-old deli worker in Manhattan sustained a gunshot wound to the buttocks during an attempted robbery early Thursday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 1:22 a.m. at Wholesome Organic Convenience on Rivington Street.
The suspect entered the store intending to purchase items but revealed a gun when the worker was distracted, according to the worker, who goes by the name Ace. The suspect then approached the counter, leading to a struggle over the firearm. During the struggle, the gun discharged, striking the worker.
Following the shooting, the suspect fled the scene with an unspecified amount of merchandise. Emergency services transported the injured worker to Bellevue Hospital, where they were listed in stable condition. As of Thursday evening, the shooter remains at large. Authorities are investigating the incident.