BRONX, NY – Police are searching for a suspect who fired several gunshots inside a residential building early Friday morning in the vicinity of Buhre Avenue and Mahan Avenue, within the NYPD’s 45th Precinct.
According to investigators, the unidentified individual entered the building around 2:00 a.m. and discharged a firearm multiple times at a door before fleeing the scene on foot, heading eastbound on Buhre Avenue. No injuries were reported, but police say the incident is being treated as reckless endangerment.
Police seek public’s help
Detectives from the NYPD CrimeStoppers unit released an appeal for information Saturday, asking anyone with tips, security footage, or knowledge of the suspect’s identity to contact them directly. The suspect’s motive remains under investigation.
Authorities urge anyone with information to send a direct message to @NYPDTips on social media or call the confidential tip line at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the department’s website.
Key points
- Suspect fired multiple shots at a door inside a Bronx apartment building
- Incident occurred around 2 a.m. Friday near Buhre and Mahan Avenues
- Police urge the public to contact NYPD CrimeStoppers with information
Investigation ongoing into Bronx shooting incident