NYPD Seeks Public's Help Identifying Suspect Wanted in Walton Avenue Attempted Assault Investigation

Gunman Opened Fire on Group in Front of Apartment Building

By Staff Reporter

Manhattan Voice

June 2, 2026

BRONX, NY — Cops are looking for a gunman who opened fire on a group outside a Fordham Heights apartment building.

According to police, the incident occurred on May 15, 2026, at approximately 9:05 p.m. in front of 2310 Walton Avenue within the confines of the 46th Precinct.

Investigators report that an unidentified individual allegedly displayed a firearm and discharged it in the direction of a group of unidentified individuals. Authorities said the suspect fled the scene on foot immediately after the incident and remains unidentified.

No injuries were reported as a result of the shooting, police said.

The NYPD has released media depicting the individual sought for questioning as part of the ongoing investigation. Detectives are encouraging anyone who recognizes the person shown in the images or who may have information related to the incident to come forward.

Police say the incident unfolded during the evening hours outside a residential area on Walton Avenue. While investigators have not released additional details regarding a possible motive, authorities confirmed that shots were fired toward a group of people before the suspect left the area.

The investigation remains active as detectives work to identify the individual involved and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The case is being investigated as a Walton Avenue shooting investigation in the Bronx and remains a priority for detectives assigned to the precinct.

The NYPD frequently relies on tips from community members to help identify individuals connected to criminal investigations. Anyone with information regarding the NYPD public assistance identification request related to this case is encouraged to contact law enforcement.

Police have emphasized that no injuries were reported despite the firearm being discharged during the incident. Investigators are continuing to review evidence and pursue leads related to the case.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/, on X @NYPDTips. 

All calls are confidential.