Shooting in the Bronx Leaves One Dead and Another Injured
Bronx detectives are investigating a reported robbery on Sunday evening that left a man shot dead and another victim beaten and bruised.
Details of the Incident
Police said the deadly incident happened at about 5:57 p.m. on Dec. 15 near an apartment building at 2025 Seward Ave. in Castle Hill. Officers from the 43rd Precinct, in responding to a 911 call about a robbery in progress, found the two wounded men at the location.
Victims
One of the victims, 26-year-old Tyreek Moore of Bruckner Avenue in the Bronx, sustained a gunshot wound to his back. EMS rushed him to Jacobi Hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
The second victim, a 24-year-old man, sustained pain and bruising to his head. He was listed in stable condition at Jacobi Hospital.
Ongoing Investigation
As of Monday morning, police sources did not have information regarding what led up to the shooting. Sources also did not have a description of a shooter. So far, no arrests have been made in the ongoing investigation.
Call for Tips
Anyone with information regarding the incident 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.
Crime Statistics
Through Dec. 8, according to the most recent CompStat report, the 43rd Precinct recorded 11 homicides year-to-date — equal to the number tallied at the same point in 2023. Robberies, however, were down 8% for the year.
Conclusion
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is mourning the loss of Tyreek Moore, and our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.
FAQs
Q: What happened in the Bronx shooting?
A: A reported robbery on Sunday evening left a man shot dead and another victim beaten and bruised.
Q: Where did the incident occur?
A: The incident occurred near an apartment building at 2025 Seward Ave. in Castle Hill, Bronx.
Q: Are there any arrests?
A: No, there have been no arrests made in the ongoing investigation.
Q: How can I provide tips?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS, submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips.
