Violent Incident in The Bronx: A Bystander Struck by Stray Bullet
In a distressing event in The Bronx, a 44-year-old woman became an innocent victim of gun violence after being struck by a stray bullet. The shooting incident occurred on September 9, around 6:40 PM, as two teenagers riding Citi Bikes reportedly opened fire at the intersection of East 188th Street and Webster Avenue in Fordham, according to law enforcement officials.
The woman was shot in the arm and quickly transported in an NYPD cruiser to St. Barnabas Hospital, where she is currently listed in stable condition.
Law enforcement sources indicate there is no evidence suggesting the woman was targeted during this violent occurrence. Currently, the motive behind the shooting is under investigation.
Surveillance footage released by the NYPD showcases the alleged teenage shooters fleeing the scene on their Citi Bikes after the crime, heading east on East 188th Street.
According to police reports, one of the individuals was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt and gray sweatpants, while the second wore a black t-shirt with blue jeans.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to reach out to the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), or for Spanish-speaking individuals, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782).
Additionally, tips can be submitted online through the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org or on X @NYPDTips.
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