A 14-year-old boy was shot in the left leg after multiple rounds were fired in the Soundview section of the Bronx early Wednesday, jolting neighbors just as the day was getting started. Residents said the gunfire erupted around 7:30 a.m., and a stretch of Rosedale Avenue was quickly sealed off with police tape as investigators moved in. A gray car was left with visible bullet holes while shaken tenants watched detectives canvas the block for witnesses.
According to News12 The Bronx, witnesses reported hearing at least four shots, and the FDNY was called to 661 Rosedale Ave, where medics transported the teen to NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi. Officers from the 43rd Precinct taped off the roadway, collected shell casings, and investigators noted three bullet holes in the back door of a gray car parked at the scene. No arrests were announced in the initial reporting.
Police Appeal for Tips
Police say the investigation is active and no arrests have been made. Per the NYPD's Crime Stoppers program, anyone with information or footage can call 1-800-577-TIPS, text TIP577 to 274637 (CRIMES), or submit tips through the department’s NYPD Crime Stoppers page. The department also accepts tips through the CS-NYC mobile app and the @NYPDTips account.
Soundview's Recent Violence and Outreach
This shooting adds to a string of gun incidents in Soundview this year and underscores growing neighborhood worries about public safety. As reporting on the Evergreen Avenue shooting shows, local leaders and hospital outreach programs like Jacobi’s Stand Up to Violence effort have been working to reduce retaliation and re-injury in the precinct. Neighbors say they hope the latest incident brings renewed attention to cameras, lighting, and community resources along the corridor.
This story will be updated as authorities release new details. Anyone with video or eyewitness information is urged to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers or call their local precinct to assist investigators.
