New york city medical examiner on scene.
New York City Medical Examiner on scene.

Gunfire erupts in Bronx housing complex, leaving one man dead and another injured

April 20, 2025
A Bronx shooting left one man dead and another wounded as investigators work to track down the gunman.

BRONX, N.Y. — A deadly shooting unfolded behind a Bronx housing complex Sunday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another hospitalized, police said.

Authorities responded to a 911 call reporting gunfire at approximately 2 p.m. in the rear of 350 East 143rd Street, inside the jurisdiction of the NYPD’s 40th Precinct and Housing PSA 7.

Upon arrival, officers found two male victims with gunshot wounds. A 45-year-old man had suffered a gunshot wound to the torso, and a 40-year-old man had sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the abdomen.

Emergency Medical Services transported the 45-year-old victim to NYC Health and Hospitals/Lincoln, where he was later pronounced dead. The 40-year-old was also taken to Lincoln Hospital and is listed in stable condition.

The identity of the deceased man is being withheld pending notification of his family, officials said.

Investigation continues, no arrests yet

As of Sunday evening, no arrests had been made in connection to the shooting. The NYPD confirmed that the investigation remains active and ongoing.

The motive for the shooting has not yet been determined, and police have not released any details about potential suspects.


Key Points

  • Two men were shot behind a Bronx housing building on Sunday afternoon.
  • A 45-year-old man was pronounced dead at Lincoln Hospital; another man is in stable condition.
  • No arrests have been made; the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact police.A Bronx shooting left one man dead and another wounded as investigators work to track down the gunman.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

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