Bronx, NY – A 14-year-old boy was hospitalized Saturday evening after being shot during an argument inside a Taylor Avenue building, police said.
The shooting happened around 6:34 p.m. inside 877 Taylor Avenue.
The suspects fled in a Mercedes SUV moments after the attack.
Key Points
- 14-year-old boy shot in right leg during dispute inside Bronx apartment building
- Suspects fled north on Taylor Avenue in Mercedes SUV with New York plates
- Victim hospitalized in stable condition at Jacobi Hospital
Argument escalated into gunfire
According to investigators, the teen was approached by two unidentified males when a verbal dispute broke out. One of the men pulled out a firearm and fired, striking the victim in the right leg.
Victim expected to recover
Emergency medical personnel arrived at the scene and transported the 14-year-old to NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, where he was listed in stable condition. No other injuries were reported.
Suspect descriptions released
Police described both suspects as males with medium complexions. One was last seen wearing a black sweater, black pants, a black face mask, and black and white sneakers. The second was wearing a black sweater, gray pants, a black face mask, and black sneakers.
NYPD seeks public’s help
Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting or the suspects’ whereabouts to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline. All tips can be submitted anonymously.