New York's West Indian American Day Parade celebrates Caribbean culture amid some violence

The annual West Indian American Day Parade in Brooklyn showcases Caribbean culture with costumes, music, and dancing.
The parade draws over 1 million attendees and features steel bands, stilt walkers, and elaborate costumes.
The celebration includes the J'Ouvert street party commemorating the end of slavery.
Notable officials like the mayor and governor attended the parade, a major event for the Caribbean community.
Some violence occurred after the parade, including shootings that injured several people.