FedEx Worker Grazed by Stray Bullet in the Bronx

A FedEx deliveryman was injured in a shooting incident in the Bronx on Thursday morning, according to police reports. The incident occurred around 11:45 a.m. near 950 Jennings Street when two men on a moped attempted to rob an employee of a nearby building. The robbery attempt was unsuccessful, prompting the suspects to flee the scene. As the suspects escaped on their own moped, they fired several shots, one of which grazed the 20-year-old FedEx worker in the back. Fortunately, the deliveryman was not critically injured and was transported to Lincoln Hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition. A spokesperson for FedEx expressed relief that the employee's injuries were not severe, stating, “We are grateful our team member was not seriously injured.” Authorities are currently investigating the incident, but as of now, no arrests have been made. The police are working to gather more information about the suspects and the circumstances surrounding the attempted robbery. The community remains on alert as law enforcement continues to address the rising concerns over safety in the area. This incident highlights ongoing issues with crime in urban neighborhoods, raising questions about public safety and the effectiveness of measures in place to protect residents and workers alike.