Police said a second, unnamed 13-year-old boy has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old man in Kingsbridge Heights in April. A 33-year-old woman was also shot during the same incident, and one 13-year-old boy was already arrested and charged in connection with the incident on May 28, as reported.

 

A police spokesperson said the shooting took place on Wednesday, April 23, at around 4.57 p.m. when officers from the 50th Precinct responded to a 911 call regarding an assault in progress at 2690 University Avenue, one block away from the Kingsbridge Armory off West Kingsbridge Road. UNK Candy and Grocery is located on the street level of the address.

 

“Upon arrival, officers observed a 28-year-old male with a gunshot wound to his head,” a police spokesperson said. “EMS responded and transported the victim to St. Barnabas Hospital in critical condition where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.”

 

The spokesperson continued, “Additionally, police were alerted of a second victim, a 33-year-old female, who was transported by private means to NYC Health and Hospitals/Woodhull [in Brooklyn] with a gunshot wound to the left hip. She is listed in stable condition.”

Police initially said there were no arrests and the investigation remained ongoing. When asked, the NYPD press office said the shooting took place outside.

 

On May 28, pursuant to an ongoing investigation, police said the first 13-year-old boy had been arrested within the confines of the 50th Precinct on May 27 at 2 p.m. in connection with the incident. They said he was charged with two counts of murder in the second degree, manslaughter in the first degree, and criminal use of a firearm in the first degree. We’ve asked for details of the second count of murder and will share any updates we receive.

 

On June 5, pursuant to an ongoing investigation, police said the second unnamed 13-year-old was arrested on Wednesday, June 4, at 7 p.m. within the confines of the 50th Precinct: He has been charged with two counts of murder in the second degree, manslaughter in the first degree, and criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree. Both teens are deemed innocent unless and until convicted in a court of law.

 

As reported, Norwood News spoke to one female resident of the area on the night of the shooting who declined to be identified and asked if she knew what had happened. Speaking in Spanish, she said she had heard from neighbors that around four young people ran from the scene in different directions (two in one direction and two in another). When asked, the NYPD press office confirmed that a group of people who had allegedly fled the location northbound along University Avenue were sought in connection to the incident.

 

The deceased was identified as Marji Daoud from Yonkers, NY. The female resident said she also heard from neighbors that the victim who died may have worked at a store on University Avenue and that he was “Arabic.” We asked the NYPD if this was the case. We did not receive an immediate response. Click here to read more.

Major crime statistics for the 50th Precinct, which covers some or all of Kingsbridge, Fieldston, Riverdale, Marble Hill, and Spuyten Duyvil, as of May 25 are attached below, including murder and shootings.

 

On June 2, Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson joined Bronx District Attorney Darcel. D. Clark, New York City Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos, NYPD Patrol Borough Bronx Commander Benjamin Gurley, community leaders, youth advocates, and anti-gun violence leaders at Lou Gehrig Plaza to officially launch Gun Violence Awareness Month (GVAM) in The Bronx.

With what was called a “disturbing” rise in youth-related shootings and gun use, the borough president and district attorney used the press conference to call for community-first strategies to prevent gun violence and uplift Bronx youth.

The borough president unveiled this year’s Bronx GVAM theme: “The Violence Stops With Us,” a borough-wide campaign that encourages residents to wear orange, attend community events, and share their stories on social media. She also spotlighted youth engagement initiatives, including community clean-up days and partnerships with local cure violence organizations like Bronx Rises Against Gun Violence (B.R.A.G.).

“We are losing our children too soon and too often,” said Gibson. “Gun violence is not only a public health crisis, it is also a youth crisis. It’s time we invest in our young people. Not just with words, but with real resources, programs, and legislation that keep them safe, seen, and supported. Peace is a lifestyle that we not only want, but deserve!”

For her part, Clark said that in The Bronx, the borough was tragically and sadly aware of gun violence “every” month. “The year is not half over yet, and we have seen 108 people shot, including 13 people under the age of 18,” she said. “The shootings have become even more disturbing and shocking because we are seeing more and more children firing guns.”

She added, “In the past couple of months, we have charged 13-year-olds, 14-year-olds, and 15-year-olds with fatal shootings. This culture of violence must end. We cannot fail to be shocked and heartbroken when we hear of a 13-year-old alleged murderer. I know in my heart that as our community comes together with determination and purpose, we will reverse this trend of gun violence among our youth.”

The borough president also voiced strong support for state and federal action on so-called “ghost guns,” guns, the component parts of which are purchased online and assembled at home. In recent years, she said untraceable firearms have become a growing threat in New York City and ghost gun recoveries by the NYPD have increased by 154% between 2020 and 2024.

She said in 2023, Rep. Richie Torres (NY-15) introduced the Angellyh Yambo Gun Free Zone Expansion Act, named in honor of the Bronx teen  who was tragically and unintentionally killed in crossfire near her school by a male youth, who has since been convicted for her murder. Two of her friends were also injured in the incident. Gibson said Torres has since urged Gov. Kathy Hochul to take further action by closing ghost gun manufacturing loopholes at the State level.

Throughout the month, the borough president’s office will host a series of events focused on youth engagement and community empowerment, including community clean-ups, parent support workshops, and special programming for Bronx fathers. She said residents are encouraged to use the hashtag #TheViolenceStopsWithUS to share how they are participating in Gun Violence Awareness Month.