Increased political activity was reported near John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, with authorities investigating a vehicle crash that resulted in a shooting.
Local media, citing authorities, said the incident occurred around 5 a.m. on Dec. 16 on the Van Wyck Expressway, which is located near the entrance to JFK Airport.
The collision reportedly resulted in an incident on the road that ended with several shots being fired.
Reports said the Port Authority Police Department is investigating the incident and no injuries have yet been reported. However, the vehicle was hit by a bullet, police said.
Meanwhile, ABC News reported that law enforcement officials are questioning an off-duty Customs and Border Protection officer in connection with the incident.
While the investigation is still ongoing, some details have emerged: ABC News reported that an off-duty customs officer fired his gun multiple times after being assaulted by the driver of the car following a collision with the vehicle.
It is currently unclear whether the officer was driving his own car or a company vehicle, and his name has not been released.
Meanwhile, the driver reportedly fled the scene after the shots were fired.
Traffic snarl
With increased police activity in the area, local media reported major delays for drivers heading into the JFK Airport Central Terminal area.
SkyFOX, which flew over the scene, reported that several police vehicles are surrounding the area near Federal Circle, with several lanes of the Van Wyck Expressway closed for the ongoing investigation.
However, the JFK Freeway is open and drivers are advised to use it to access the airport terminals.
Airport travelers are also advised to use the Air Train service to reach JFK.
