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Attempted Chain Snatching, Shooting Caught On Video In Long Island City, Queens

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- The hunt is on for two men wanted in connection with an attempted robbery and shooting in Queens.

The suspects tried to steal a 29-year-old man's gold chain around 6:20 a.m. Sunday on 43rd Avenue in Long Island City.

During a struggle, police said one of the suspects took out a gun and shot the victim in the abdomen and thigh.

A shot was also fired at the victim's 26-year-old friend, but missed, police said.

The victim was rushed to a hospital in stable condition.

The incident was caught on surveillance video, which was released by police.

Anyone with information is asked to call the NYPD Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS, visit the Crime Stoppers website, or text tips to 274637 (CRIMES) and enter TIP577.

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