Double Shooting Near Willis Avenue Leaves One Dead

A 30-year-old man was killed and a 42-year-old woman was wounded in a shooting Saturday night in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx, according to police.

The incident occurred just after 8:30 p.m. off Willis Avenue, marking the latest episode of gun violence in the borough this month.

Victims Transported to Local Hospital

First responders transported both victims to NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln following the shooting, where the male victim was pronounced dead from a gunshot wound to the chest, according to ABC7 New York.

The female victim, who sustained a gunshot wound to her leg, remains hospitalized in stable condition, authorities said.

Investigation Underway

Police have not yet released the identity of the deceased victim pending family notification, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under active investigation.

No arrests have been made, and authorities have not released a description of the gunman or indicated whether they believe the victims were the intended targets, according to Shore News Network.

Area Concerns About Violence

The Mott Haven neighborhood has seen several shooting incidents in recent months, raising community concerns about gun violence in the area.

In September 2023, another double shooting in the same neighborhood claimed the life of a 71-year-old innocent bystander who was struck by a stray bullet while a 34-year-old woman was wounded, according to previous reports.

Community Response

Local community leaders have called for increased police presence and resources to address the persistent gun violence in the South Bronx, which has disproportionately affected some neighborhoods despite citywide reductions in violent crime.

The NYPD encourages anyone with information about the shooting to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS, with all calls kept confidential.