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Shooter on the loose in Flatlands

Police are looking for the suspect who shot and killed a 21-year-old man in Flatlands on Jan. 6.

Authorities say Paul Parkes died after being shot in the torso on Avenue J and E. 57th Street at 7:33 pm. Parkes was transported to Kings County Hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival.

Police say there have been no arrests and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577–8477. The public can also submit tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at www.nypdcrimestoppers.com or by texting tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then entering TIP577.

Reach reporter Vanessa Ogle at vogle‌@cngl‌ocal.com or by calling (718) 260–4507. Follow her attwitter.com/oglevanessa.