A 15-year-old boy died and a 14-year-old was injured in a shooting Saturday evening in the Bronx. The incident unfolded across two locations within the 49th Precinct: a residence at 1219 Adee Avenue and a nearby street at 2909 Laconia Avenue.
Details of the Incident
Police responded to a 911 call reporting shots fired at approximately 6:25 p.m. Upon arrival at Adee Avenue, officers discovered the 15-year-old male with a gunshot wound to the chest. Emergency Medical Services transported him to NYC Health and Hospitals/Jacobi, where he was pronounced dead.
A second victim, a 14-year-old male, was found with a gunshot wound to the left arm in front of the Laconia Avenue address. Police transported the teen to the same hospital, where he was reported to be in stable condition.
The Investigation
The deceased has been identified as Eric Aitken, 15, of Waterbury, Connecticut. As of Sunday, police have not released information regarding a suspect or a possible motive for the shooting. Investigators have not indicated whether the teens were specifically targeted.
The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify those responsible. No arrests have been made at this time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time did the shooting occur?
Police responded to the 911 call at approximately 6:25 p.m. on Saturday.
Where did the shooting take place?
The shooting unfolded at 1219 Adee Avenue and 2909 Laconia Avenue, both within the 49th Precinct in the Bronx.
What is the condition of the 14-year-old victim?
The 14-year-old male is currently listed in stable condition at NYC Health and Hospitals/Jacobi.
What impact could this event have on the surrounding community, and what resources might be available to those affected?
