Deadly Shooting on Cross Bronx Expressway Claims Young Man’s Life, Injures Woman
Investigation Underway
Detectives in the Bronx are investigating a deadly shooting on the Cross Bronx Expressway early on Sunday morning that claimed a young man’s life and left a young woman wounded.
Details of the Shooting
The shooting occurred on the westbound lanes of the highway at about 5:49 a.m. on November 24 in the vicinity of Exit 1B and the Alexander Hamilton Bridge, within the 44th Precinct’s confines.
Victims’ Information
The two victims, both 21 years of age, were riding in a 2010 Toyota Corolla driven by a 27-year-old man. The Corolla was struck by gunfire, which struck the two victims. The motive for the shooting remains unknown and under investigation, law enforcement sources said Sunday evening.
Injuries and Aftermath
The 27-year-old driver, who was uninjured, managed to head over to Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, where police were notified of the shooting. The 21-year-old man sustained a gunshot wound to his head, while the 21-year-old woman was wounded in the shoulder. EMS transferred both victims to Harlem Hospital, where the young man was pronounced dead; the NYPD has not yet released his identity. The woman was listed in stable condition.
Investigation Ongoing
So far, no arrests have been made in the ongoing investigation, police said. If you have any information regarding the shooting, you 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened in the shooting?
A: Two 21-year-olds were shot on the Cross Bronx Expressway, resulting in one fatality and one injury.
Q: Who were the victims?
A: The victims were two 21-year-olds, with one fatality and one injured.
Q: What was the motive behind the shooting?
A: The motive is unknown and under investigation.
Q: Have any arrests been made?
A: No arrests have been made in the ongoing investigation.
Q: How can I report information regarding the shooting?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS, submit a tip online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips.
