Introduction to the Incident
A Harlem man was arrested Wednesday in connection with the fatal shooting of a Bronx man just steps from his home, police said.
Marcus Jayson, 42, was taken into custody on Oct. 29 by NYPD units from the 41st Precinct and charged with murder, manslaughter, and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon, authorities said.
Details of the Shooting
The victim, Amaury Carrion, 46, was shot multiple times in the torso in front of 952 Rev. James A. Polite Avenue, in Longwood, around 12:30 a.m. Sept. 20.
Law enforcement said Amaury Carrion, 46, was gunned down in front of this residence in Longwood at about 12:30 a.m. on Sept. 20.
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Carrion lived a few doors down from where he was found and was taken to Lincoln Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival, authorities said.
Investigation and Charges
Police sources said the shooting followed a verbal dispute between the men, but that the nature of the argument is not yet known.
The 41st Precinct has reported three homicides through Oct. 26 this year, down from four during the same period in 2024. Shootings were also down 16.7%, with 10 incidents compared to 12 last year, according to the latest NYPD data.
Conclusion
The arrest of Marcus Jayson brings some closure to the case, but the community remains concerned about the ongoing issue of gun violence. The NYPD continues to investigate the incident and work to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
FAQs
Q: Who was the victim of the shooting?
A: The victim was Amaury Carrion, 46, who lived in Longwood, Bronx.
Q: Who was arrested in connection with the shooting?
A: Marcus Jayson, 42, from Harlem, was taken into custody and charged with murder, manslaughter, and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon.
Q: What was the cause of the shooting?
A: The shooting followed a verbal dispute between the men, but the nature of the argument is not yet known.
Q: How many homicides have been reported in the 41st Precinct this year?
A: The 41st Precinct has reported three homicides through Oct. 26 this year, down from four during the same period in 2024.
