Suspect identified in double shooting outside smoke shop in the Bronx; photo released for public assistance.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) has released a surveillance image of a suspect connected to a double shooting that occurred on Friday evening outside a smoke shop in the Baychester area of the Bronx. The incident, which has left two men critically injured, is under active investigation as authorities seek public assistance in identifying the suspect.
The shooting took place around 7:45 PM outside a smoke shop located on Dyre Avenue, close to the intersection with Light Street, and near the last station on the No. 5 subway line. The victims, aged 40 and 30, were allegedly standing outside the establishment when an argument escalated, resulting in the assailant opening fire. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the individuals involved may be brothers.
According to reports, a witness described the alarming scene, indicating that the gunman crossed the street and began shooting at the men, hitting one in the neck. The severity of the injuries resulted in a rapid response from emergency medical services, who transported the victims to Jacobi Medical Center. As of the latest reports, both men remain in critical condition, although police have yet to confirm their familial relationship.
Following the shooting, the perpetrator fled the scene heading south on Dyre Avenue. Although law enforcement initially detained a possible suspect, no charges have been filed in connection with the shooting thus far. The NYPD has made a public appeal for information, urging anyone who can assist in identifying the suspect to come forward.
The individual sought is described as approximately six feet tall, of dark complexion, and was last seen wearing a short-sleeved multicolored shirt, black pants, and yellow-and-black sneakers. The police department has emphasized the importance of community assistance in resolution of this case.
Individuals with knowledge of the shooting or details regarding the suspect are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS, where all calls will remain confidential. The NYPD continues to prioritize safety in the community as they work diligently to apprehend the individual responsible for this violent incident.
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