An unidentified person opened fire in a subway station in New York. At least 16 people were injured, 8 of them by gunfire.
All units of the New York State Armed Forces are on high alert. The suspect is still on the run.
The suspect is wearing an orange construction vest and a gas mask, according to witnesses.
The New York City subway is a busy place. It is the largest public transportation area in the United States.
At this time, investigators are assessing whether this was a terrorist attack.
The White House is monitoring the situation very closely. Contacts have been made with local officials. All necessary support will be brought to the local authorities according to a message published on the twitter account of the White House