Man killed and woman injured in shooting outside Bronx bodega.
A man was fatally shot, and a woman was injured in a shooting incident outside a bodega in the Bronx on Saturday evening. According to police reports, the incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. near the intersection of Willis Avenue and East 138th Street in the Mott Haven neighborhood.
The male victim, aged 30, sustained a gunshot wound to the chest, while the 42-year-old female victim was struck in the leg. Both were transported to Lincoln Hospital for medical attention; however, despite the efforts of emergency medical personnel, the man was pronounced dead at the hospital. The woman is currently reported to be in stable condition.
Authorities have indicated that the victims were strangers to one another, emphasizing the random nature of the violence. As the investigation unfolds, police have reported that no arrests have yet been made in connection with the shooting.
This incident adds to a troubling trend of gun violence in the area. Notably, a similar shooting occurred outside the same bodega four years ago, where one man was killed and another was injured. On May 18, 2021, Charles Wilkins, then aged 24, was shot multiple times after leaving the deli, an incident that has drawn attention to ongoing concerns about safety and crime in the neighborhood.
According to data from the New York Police Department, the current shooting marks the sixth homicide in the 40th Precinct of the Bronx for the year. By comparison, there had been six murders recorded by the same date in 2024, leading to a total of 14 homicides for that year. This escalation in violent crime raises significant concerns among community members and law enforcement officials alike.
As investigations continue, residents are left grappling with the ramifications of such violence in their community. The increasing number of shootings has sparked a broader discussion about public safety, police presence, and the effectiveness of crime prevention strategies implemented in New York City.
Media News Source urges the public to remain vigilant and report any information related to this or similar incidents to the authorities.
