Mount Eden, Bronx, is reeling from a recent shooting incident that left one man dead and three others injured. The community is on edge as authorities search for two gunmen and their getaway drivers in connection with the shooting that occurred at the intersection of East Mount Eden and Townsend avenues.
According to the NYPD, the gunmen, perched on the backs of scooters, opened fire at the busy intersection, targeting their victims. Ten rounds were fired, resulting in injuries to a 23-year-old man, a 31-year-old man, and a 37-year-old man who were all shot in the leg. Tragically, a 29-year-old man named Miguel Doleo was shot in the chest and succumbed to his injuries.
Police sources revealed that the perpetrators wore masks and hoodies to conceal their identities before fleeing northbound on Townsend Avenue toward the Cross Bronx Expressway. The brazenness of the shooting has left residents like Lucette Clermont and Elizabeth McLeod feeling fearful and concerned for their safety in the neighborhood.
Clermont expressed her terror at the incident, emphasizing the heightened risks of walking down the streets with her young son amidst such violence. McLeod echoed these sentiments, highlighting the urgent need for action to address the escalating levels of crime and insecurity in the area. Both mothers agreed that the community must come together to ensure the safety of their families.
The tragic shooting has also impacted community events, with a scheduled outdoor street fair in Mount Eden being canceled due to safety concerns. Organizers have opted to move the festivities indoors to ensure the well-being of attendees. In the midst of this turmoil, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
Residents are encouraged to submit tips to Crime Stoppers through various channels, including phone calls, online platforms, a dedicated mobile app, or text messages. The community remains vigilant as they strive to bring those responsible for the violence to justice and restore a sense of security in Mount Eden.