by Two young boys were injured Monday evening in a fireworks mishap in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, according to the NYPD.
What to Know
- The incident occurred around 7:17 p.m. at 57th Street and 9th Avenue.
- The boys, ages 11 and 13, were playing with fireworks when the explosives detonated unexpectedly.
- The 11-year-old suffered injuries to his chest and right hand.
- The 13-year-old sustained an injury to his right eye.
- Both were transported to a local hospital in stable condition.
Additional Details
- It remains unclear who supplied the minors with the fireworks.
- No arrests have been made in connection with the incident.
- The investigation is ongoing.
The NYPD continues to warn the public about the dangers of illegal fireworks, especially during the summer months when such accidents tend to spike.
