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Two men wanted by police following shots fired outside Astoria Houses

August 26, 2015 By Michael Florio

The police are looking for two men after gunshots were heard outside Astoria Houses Monday night.

The police responded to a 911 at about 10pm after there were reports of gunfire in the parking lot at 1-04 Astoria Blvd, according to the NYPD.

There were no injuries.

Police have released a video of the two persons of interest.

The first suspect is described as an adult, black, male, last seen wearing jeans, black sneakers, and a white tank top.

The second suspect is described as an adult, black, male, 5-foot-10-inches tall, weighing 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing black denim shorts, black sneakers, and a blue hooded sweatshirt.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to call 1-800-577-TIPS.

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