Shots fired at vehicle on Doxey Drive in Glen Cove

Police responded to multiple calls about a shooting in Glen Cove around 1 p.m. on the corner of Porter Place and Doxey Drive. When police arrived at the scene, they found shell casings, and concluded that the driver of a gray Audi sedan was being chased by drivers of a white Lexus and red Honda Accord. Once the vehicles reached the intersection of Doxey Drive and Porter Place, shots were fired at the gray Audi. Following the shooting, the three cars rapidly drove away.

The Glen Cove Police have not released further details about possible injuries or if those involved are Glen Cove residents. They have determined that this was an incident between individuals known to each other and there is no threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing.

Nancy Bennnett, who lives nearby, said she didn’t hear about the incident and was surprised to hear about the shooting.

“There’s just not as much traffic and you have to go up a hill to get here,” Bennett said. “It’s off the beaten path. It’s a nice quiet neighborhood.”

Police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to call (516) 676-1000 or email tips@glencovepd.org.