Four people shot in Yonkers drive-by shooting

Yonkers shooting

Police in Yonkers are investigating a shooting in which several people have been shot. SkyFOX was over the area.

YONKERS, N.Y. - Four people were shot in a drive-by shooting Yonkers on Thursday afternoon, authorities said. On of the victims suffered "critical chest trauma" but was expected to survive.

SkyFOX was over the area around Elm Street and Oak Street showing a large police presence as officers investigated. Video from the helicopter showed debris on the road and yellow crime scene tape cordoning off parts of the street.

The shooting unfolded at about 4:15 p.m., authorities said. Yonkers Police Commissioner John Mueller says the shooting appeared to be gang-related.

Police closed off several streets around the crime scene and were advising motorists to stay clear.

Several people were taken into custody. There was no word on charges.