URGENT UPDATE: The NYPD is actively searching for multiple suspects following a shooting that left a 24-year-old man injured during a dispute at a bodega in the Bronx on Thursday night. The incident unfolded around 6:30 p.m. at a store located on East 236th Street.
According to police, the victim was confronted by three individuals when a verbal altercation escalated. One suspect brandished a firearm, firing multiple shots that struck the victim in the thigh and abdomen. He was promptly transported to Jacobi Hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition.
Authorities report that two suspects fled the scene in a white sedan with dark-tinted windows, while the third suspect ran westbound on East 236th Street. The suspects are described as being between 20 to 30 years old. Specific details about their appearances include:
– One suspect wearing a black jacket with “Amiri” written in white.
– A second suspect in a teal jacket and a surgical mask.
– A third suspect donned an orange jacket with black writing and a red sweatshirt.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the motive behind this alarming shooting remains unclear. The NYPD is urging anyone with information to contact their Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), or for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782).
This incident highlights a growing concern over violence in local communities. As the investigation unfolds, residents are left shaken and seeking answers. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops. Share your thoughts and any information that could assist the NYPD in apprehending the suspects.
