Bronx Detectives Seek Suspect in Attack on Group Outside Supermarket
Bronx detectives are investigating after a man attacked a group of people following an argument outside a supermarket last week.
Incident Details
According to law enforcement sources, the incident occurred in the parking lot of Stop & Shop at 5716 Broadway in Kingsbridge on November 6 at around 11:36 p.m. The store was closed at the time.
Argument Escalates into Assault
The incident unfolded after the suspect and the victims, a 30-year-old woman and four men ages 30 to 46, were involved in a “verbal dispute,” according to police. The argument escalated when the assailant “struck” the victims, police said.
Victims Not Cooperating with Investigation
According to authorities, some of the victims are not cooperating with the investigation. As a result, police are still seeking more information about the assault, including how it transpired and how the victims were hurt.
Suspect Description and Last Seen
Police on Sunday released surveillance photos and video of the suspect, who remains at large. He is described as having a dark complexion and brown eyes, approximately 50 years of age, medium build, 5 feet, 8 inches, and 210 pounds.
He was last seen wearing a yellow sweater, black pants, a black baseball hat, and black shoes with yellow shoelaces.
Investigation Ongoing
So far, no arrests have been made, but the investigation remains ongoing.
How to Report Information
Anyone with information regarding the suspect’s whereabouts can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
Conclusion
The investigation into the attack on the group outside the supermarket is ongoing, and police are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect. If you have any information, please contact Crime Stoppers or submit a tip online.
FAQs
Q: What happened during the incident?
A: The suspect and the victims were involved in a verbal dispute, which escalated into an assault.
Q: How many victims were involved?
A: There were five victims, including a 30-year-old woman and four men ages 30 to 46.
Q: What is the suspect’s description?
A: The suspect is described as having a dark complexion and brown eyes, approximately 50 years of age, medium build, 5 feet, 8 inches, and 210 pounds.
Q: What was the suspect wearing?
A: The suspect was last seen wearing a yellow sweater, black pants, a black baseball hat, and black shoes with yellow shoelaces.
Q: How can I report information about the suspect?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS, submit a tip online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
