Longtime New Yorker walking on Central Park West is grazed by stray bullet in ‘terrifying’ ordeal
A New Yorker Opens Up About Being Grazed by a Stray Bullet on Central Park West
A 55-year-old longtime New Yorker had a terrifying experience on Thursday evening when she was grazed by a stray bullet while walking on Central Park West. The victim, who wished to remain anonymous, recounted the harrowing ordeal to The Post, expressing the panic and fear she felt during the incident.
According to the victim, she was caught in the line of fire around 8:40 p.m. as she was heading to catch a bus at the park and West 108th Street in Manhattan. She described the moment when someone got off the bus and fired at another man on the street, causing her to quickly change direction to avoid the danger.
The victim realized she had been hit as she turned around to flee the scene. Despite the physical injury, she expressed that the emotional impact of the incident was even more profound. She was taken to Mount Sinai Morningside hospital and is currently in stable condition.
Reflecting on the incident, the victim shared her feelings of terror and vulnerability, emphasizing how close she came to a more severe outcome. She expressed uncertainty about feeling safe walking the city streets again and called for a systemic change to address street crime.
The suspected shooter, described as wearing all black, fled the scene on foot. The victim commended the police response to the shooting but emphasized the need for broader changes to address the root causes of such incidents.
As a resident of New York City since 1993, the victim highlighted the need for accountability and consequences for those who engage in violent behavior. She expressed concern over the rising incidents of gun violence in the city and called for immediate action to ensure the safety of all residents.
While the motive behind the shooting remains unclear, the victim’s experience adds to the growing number of innocent bystanders who have been affected by gun violence in the city. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address the underlying issues contributing to such acts of violence.
