2 women killed, 5 people injured in shooting during barbecue in park in upstate New York; “cowards” on the loose

Two women were killed and five others injured in a shooting at a barbecue in a park in upstate New York, police said.

Hundreds of people, including children, were in Maplewood Park in Rochester when shots were fired from multiple guns shortly after 6 p.m. Sunday, Rochester police said at a news conference.

The five injured people did not suffer life-threatening injuries, police said on Monday.

Tyasia Manning, 25, and Phylicia Council, 34, were killed in the shooting, police said.

Manning was a city employee who helped young people “bring the best into themselves,” said Rochester Mayor Malik Evans.

“These were innocent victims,” he said.

“When I looked at the scene last night, I saw a stroller and people’s shoes. Our people, our residents, should be able to enjoy the summer in a park, period,” Evans said. “But all too often in this community, there are people who are absolute cowards – who have no problem shooting women. And two of those women lost their lives.”

“Maplewood Park is known for its beautiful views and beautiful events. … It should not be remembered as a place marred by violence,” Evans said.

No arrests were made.

Police ask anyone with information or video from the scene to call the Major Crimes Unit at 585-428-7157 or email [email protected].