Nypd manhunt for fugitive murder suspect tied to august murder

NYPD Manhunt for Fugitive Murder Suspect Tied to August Murder

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October 20, 2025

BRONX, NY – Police have identified the man fatally shot on an August morning in the Bronx as 32-year-old Clay Monsanto of Clay Avenue.

Monsanto was standing in front of 1853 Anthony Avenue when an unknown man opened fire around 8:10 a.m., striking him in the back.

He was transported by EMS to Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.


Key Points

  • Victim identified as 32-year-old Clay Monsanto of Clay Avenue.
  • He was shot in the back on Anthony Avenue near 8:10 a.m. on August 26.
  • The shooter fled on foot and remains at large.

NYPD releases image of suspect

Detectives from the 46th Precinct have released surveillance images of a man wanted in connection with the killing. The suspect is believed to have fled toward nearby residential blocks immediately after the shooting.

He was identified as Melendez, Evaristo, a 47-year-old male from 110 Mount Place in the Bronx.

Investigators are reviewing footage from surrounding buildings and have increased patrols in the area.

Police appeal for tips in Bronx murder

The NYPD is asking anyone with information on the suspect’s wherabouts to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS or online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org. Spanish speakers may call 1-888-57-PISTA.

All calls and tips will be kept confidential as detectives continue their search for the gunman.

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