Yonkers Shooting Aftermath
Yonkers shooting leaves 20-year-old dead, four teenagers wounded; juvenile in custody after targeted attack
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Among the four teen victims, the ages include one 16-year-old, two 15-year-olds and one 14-year-old, underscoring the involvement of multiple youths in the shooting.
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The 20-year-old victim died from a gunshot to the back, with authorities describing the fatal wound as occurring in the shooting incident.
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Police reported the shooting occurred around 8:43 p.m. Sunday near Elm Street and Palisade Avenue (one account lists about 8:45 p.m.), providing a more precise timeline than the initial reports.
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Investigators described two separate taped-off investigation areas, including the Ultimate Gas Station site at New School and Elm Streets and a location farther up on Palisade Avenue, indicating activity at more than one scene.
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Early reporting varied on the number of people shot, with some outlets saying as many as five were shot, while others described four people involved, illustrating evolving details as information emerged.
A shooting in Yonkers, New York left one man dead and four teenagers wounded Sunday night, with a 15-year-old boy taken into custody at the scene, according to News 12 Westchester. The attack happened around 8:43 p.m. near Elm Street and Palisade Avenue, and investigators believe it was targeted.
The dead victim was a 20-year-old man shot in the back, Yonkers Times reported. The four injured teens range in age from 14 to 16. Police say there is no ongoing threat to the public.
A 20-Year-Old Killed, Four Teens Wounded
The five victims span a striking age range. The dead man was 20 years old. The four wounded teens include one 16-year-old, two 15-year-olds, and one 14-year-old, according to Yonkers Times. All four injured victims were listed in serious but stable condition.
Investigators say the 20-year-old was shot in the back. 943 Lite FM reported that a 15-year-old boy allegedly opened fire on the group in what police believe was a targeted, gang-related attack. Authorities have not yet announced a motive.
Police Tape Off Two Separate Crime Scenes
Officers set up two taped-off investigation areas. One was near the Ultimate Gas Station at New School Street and Elm Street. The other stretched farther up Palisade Avenue, near St. Casimir Avenue, according to News 12 Westchester.
At the scene, investigators recovered a loaded firearm and ballistic evidence. Early reports varied on the total number of people shot — some outlets said as many as five, while others said four. Authorities cautioned that details could change as the investigation continues.
15-Year-Old Suspect Arrested at the Scene
A 15-year-old boy was taken into custody at the scene shortly after the shooting. WPDH reported that the teen allegedly opened fire on the group. Officials have not said whether formal charges will be filed against the juvenile suspect.
943 Lite FM described the shooting as gang-related and targeted. No other arrests have been announced. The Yonkers Police Department says the investigation remains active and ongoing.
Yonkers Officials Vow to Increase Police Presence
City leaders responded quickly to the attack. Lohud reported that Yonkers officials announced plans to boost police presence in the neighborhood where the shooting took place. One official called it "one murder too many."
The push for more officers comes as the city grapples with a shooting that injured four minors in a single incident. Officials urged community members to come forward with any information that could help investigators close the case.
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