Introduction to the Incident
A man allegedly shot two people on Dyre Avenue in the Bronx on Friday.
Photo on left courtesy NYPD; photo on right from Google maps
Details of the Shooting
Police in the Bronx are searching for a suspect who allegedly shot and injured two men in front of a convenience store on Friday night. According to law enforcement sources, the incident occurred outside 3817 Dyre Ave. in Edenwald on June 13 at around 7:43 p.m. Police said the suspect shot a 40-year-old man in the neck and a 30-year-old man in the collarbone and right hip following a verbal argument. Police could not confirm yet what the trio was arguing about.
Investigation and Suspect Description
The suspect was able to get away, fleeing southbound on Dyre Avenue toward Light Street, before officers from the 47th Precinct arrived at the scene. Meanwhile, EMS rushed both victims to NYC Health and Hospitals/Jacobi. Police on Sunday released a surveillance photo of the suspect, who remains at large. He is described as having a dark complexion and being 6 feet tall. He was last seen wearing a short-sleeved multicored shirt, black pants and yellow and black sneakers. Police said no weapons were found at the scene.
Current Status of the Case
So far, no arrests have been made, but the investigation remains ongoing. The incident comes on the heels of another Bronx shooting that left a 25-year-old man dead in Hunts point on June 9, marking the first homicide in the 41st Precinct this year. Meanwhile, according to the latest police data, in the 47th Precinct, where Friday’s double shooting occurred, murder has increased 33% year to date over 2024, while shootings jumped 27% during the same time period.
Call for Information
Anyone with information regarding either of these shootings 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 double shooting in the Bronx has raised concerns about the increasing rate of violent crimes in the area. As the police continue their investigation, they urge anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing the suspect to justice. The community remains on high alert, and the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of reporting suspicious activities to prevent such crimes from occurring.
FAQs
- Q: What is the description of the suspect?
A: The suspect is described as having a dark complexion, being 6 feet tall, and was last seen wearing a short-sleeved multicored shirt, black pants, and yellow and black sneakers. - Q: Where did the shooting occur?
A: The shooting occurred outside 3817 Dyre Ave. in Edenwald, Bronx. - Q: What is the current status of the victims?
A: Both victims were rushed to NYC Health and Hospitals/Jacobi, but their current condition is not specified in the given information. - Q: How can I report information about the shooting?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS, submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips.
