In the early hours of Thursday, July 4, 2024, a shooting occurred in front of 1962 Crotona Parkway, where a 37-year-old man was critically injured. At approximately 1:20 AM, an unidentified assailant approached the victim and fired multiple shots, hitting him once in the back. Emergency Medical Services responded quickly, transporting the victim to Saint Barnabas Hospital in critical condition.
The shooter was last seen fleeing the scene northbound on Crotona Parkway in a white Ford Edge SUV. The New York City Police Department is actively investigating the incident and is seeking any information that could lead to the identification and arrest of the individual responsible for this violent act. Anyone with information is urged to contact local authorities.