Woman, 44, struck by apparent stray bullet by NYC Citi Bike teens
The Bronx was rocked by a terrifying incident last week when a 44-year-old woman was struck by a stray bullet in a brazen shooting. The incident occurred at East 188th Street and Webster Avenue in Fordham, where two teenagers on Citi Bikes opened fire, leaving the innocent victim injured.
The woman, who was shot in the arm, was quickly transported to St. Barnabas Hospital in stable condition. Police believe that the suspects, who are between 16 and 18 years old, were not targeting the victim specifically. The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.
Surveillance footage released by the NYPD shows the two young shooters fleeing the scene on their Citi Bikes after the shooting. One suspect was wearing a black sweatshirt and gray sweatpants, while the other was dressed in a black t-shirt and blue jeans.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline. Tips can be submitted anonymously, and there is a reward for information that leads to an arrest. The public can also submit tips online through the Crime Stoppers website or by using the @NYPDTips app.
This brazen act of violence has shocked the community, and law enforcement officials are working diligently to apprehend the suspects responsible for this senseless crime. The safety and well-being of all residents in The Bronx are of the utmost importance, and the NYPD is committed to ensuring that justice is served in this case.
