NEW YORK, The Bronx – Deadly violence struck the streets of East Bronx on Sunday night, as a potential drive-by shooting resulted in the death of a 29-year-old man and left a 40-year-old man injured, according to the New York Police Department.
The incident took place on Ely Avenue around 10:50 p.m., where authorities found the two victims – one with a fatal gunshot wound to the head and the other with a gunshot wound to the leg. Both men were rushed to NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, where the younger man was tragically pronounced dead.
Law enforcement reported that several suspects fled the scene in a gray Honda Accord following the shooting. Investigators are urging the public to provide any information that may lead to the apprehension of those responsible.
Anyone with tips is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or visit the Crime Stoppers website. Spanish-speaking individuals can also call 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) to share any relevant information.
The alarming incident adds to a concerning trend of gun violence in the Bronx, highlighting the need for increased community engagement and support to address the root causes of such tragic events. Police are working diligently to identify and apprehend those responsible for this heinous act, as the community mourns the loss of another life to senseless violence.
The victims’ families and loved ones are left grappling with the aftermath of this devastating event, as the community comes together to demand justice and accountability for the lives lost to gun violence in the Bronx. As investigations continue, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing those responsible to justice.