Police are searching for a suspect accused of shooting two men outside a bronx residence before fleeing on foot.
Police are searching for a suspect accused of shooting two men outside a Bronx residence before fleeing on foot. - NYC Crime Stoppers

Gunman Sought After Two Men Shot in Bronx Attack, NYPD Releases New Images

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August 9, 2026
Police are asking for the public's help identifying a suspect who allegedly opened fire on two men in the Bronx before fleeing on foot.

BRONX, N.Y. – The New York City Police Department has released surveillance images of a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting that left two men wounded in the Bronx.

According to the NYPD, the shooting occurred at approximately 10:55 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, in front of 25 Raleigh Place.

Investigators said an unidentified individual brandished a firearm before firing multiple rounds at two victims standing outside the location.

Two victims struck by gunfire

Police said a 25-year-old man was struck in the right arm, while a 21-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to the left leg.

After the shooting, the suspect fled the area on foot in an unknown direction before officers arrived.

The NYPD has not released information about a possible motive or announced any arrests in the case. Detectives are continuing to review evidence and are asking anyone who may recognize the suspect or have information about the shooting to come forward.

Gun violence remains a priority for investigators, and police routinely rely on surveillance footage and public tips to identify suspects in unsolved shootings throughout New York City.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips may also be submitted online through the Crime Stoppers website or by messaging @NYPDTips on X. All calls and tips are kept confidential.

Key Points

  • NYPD is searching for a gunman accused of shooting two men in the Bronx.
  • Police said the suspect fired multiple rounds before fleeing on foot.
  • Detectives are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.

FAQ

  • When did the shooting occur?
    At approximately 10:55 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15.
  • Where did it happen?
    Outside 25 Raleigh Place in the Bronx.
  • How many people were injured?
    Two men, ages 25 and 21, were struck by gunfire.
  • Has anyone been arrested?
    No arrests have been announced.
  • How can the public provide information?
    By calling NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS or submitting a confidential tip online.

Source: NYPD Crime Stoppers, NYPD Tips

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