Thursday morning’s commute in the Bronx took a violent turn when a man was shot and critically wounded near the Woodlawn 4-train terminal, just before 10 a.m., at Jerome and Bainbridge avenues.
Officers rushed to the intersection outside the elevated station after reports of gunfire, finding a man with life-threatening injuries, according to News 12 New York. He was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition, and the block around the station was quickly sealed off as detectives began combing through the scene.
Police have not released the victim’s name and have offered no information about a possible motive, News 12 New York reports.
Past Incidents Near the Station
The area around the Woodlawn stop has been on neighbors’ radar for a while. Local coverage has documented serious violence in the shadow of the station, including a fatal shooting nearby in April 2023, reported by Norwood News. Residents have repeatedly flagged safety concerns along Jerome Avenue and pushed for more police presence and better lighting.
Commuter Delays And Evidence Left At The Scene
The shooting rippled through the morning rush. The MTA said 4 trains were running with delays in both directions during the police response, while investigators worked around the station area. A video posted to the Citizen app appeared to show a bloodstain and a backpack left on the sidewalk, according to News 12 New York.
As of Thursday morning, police said they did not yet have a description of the shooter and urged anyone who saw or recorded anything to speak up.
Officials Ask Witnesses To Step Forward
Investigators are asking witnesses and anyone with video from the area to contact detectives. Tips can be shared through the NYPD Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS, and more information about anonymous reporting is available on the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers page at NYPD.
Both the NYPD and MTA say the investigation remains active, and riders on the 4 line may continue to see residual delays and service updates as the day goes on. Hoodline will update this story as authorities release additional details.
