29-year-old man shot in neck during group dispute in the Bronx, police say
FORDHAM HEIGHTS, The Bronx (WABC) -- A 29-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in the neck during a group dispute in the Bronx on Friday, according to police.
The shooting happened after passengers aboard four scooters got into a dispute along East 183rd Street and Jerome Avenue, according to preliminary information from police sources.
During the dispute shots were fired, striking the 29-year-old man in the neck.
The victim then got into a vehicle and fled to a firehouse near East 182nd Street and Morris Avenue, where a member of the fire department rendered aid to him before the victim was taken to St. Barnabas Hospital.
Police say he is in critical condition.
Authorities described the suspect as a male wearing a white tank top, grey shorts and black shoes.
They fled on East 183rd Street.
No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing.
This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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