10 people injured after shooting at a nightclub in Queens, New York

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Ten people waiting in line for a private event at a nightclub in Jamaica, Queens, were injured late Wednesday night in an apparent drive-by shooting, New York City police officials said.

Four men approached a group of 15 young people queuing outside the Amazura Concert Hall and fired about 30 shots, New York Police Chief Philip Rivera said at a news conference early Thursday.

The 10 injured people were taken to area hospitals, and all are expected to recover, having suffered non-life-threatening injuries, Rivera said.

The assailants drove away in a light-colored sedan with non-government license plates, Rivera said.

The victims shot outside Amazura were between 16 and 20 years old, Rivera said, and police are working to determine what kind of event took place and whether the venue was operating properly.

Rivera said the private event was “at capacity” with 90 people inside, and called on the public for more information.

“The public has been instrumental in recent weeks in helping us catch dangerous people,” he said.

Amazura Concert Hall issued a statement on his Instagram account that responded to the shooting.

“We are deeply saddened by the recent and unfortunate isolated incident that occurred. Our hearts go out to all those affected by this senseless act. We are working closely with law enforcement to ensure a thorough investigation and to assist to bring those responsible to justice, writes the account.

“We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our patrons, event organizers and the local community for their overwhelming outpouring of support and concern during this difficult time.”

This is a developing story and will be updated.