Six wounded in shocking New York City convenience store shooting

In the Bronx, New York City, a tragic shooting occurred on December 30, 2024, as six individuals were shot at a convenience store. The incident unfolded at approximately 5 p.m., when two armed men targeted a group standing outside the G&W Grocery on White Plains Road. As gunfire erupted, a 40-year-old mother and her 12-year-old daughter, who were inside the store at the time, fell victim to the violence. The mother was shot in the stomach, and her daughter was hit in the leg. Authorities reported that another four men, aged between 18 and 21, were also wounded during the shooting. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with people scrambling for safety amidst the sound of gunfire and shattered glass. It is believed that the shooters specifically aimed for individuals outside the store, quickly following them inside as they fled from the attackers. Eyewitness accounts and security footage indicate that one of the intended victims used the mother as a human shield during the assault. This calculated move not only endangered the mother’s life but ultimately resulted in her injuries while the individual who used her for protection emerged unscathed. Given the crowded nature of the store, the New York Police Department (NYPD) emphasized the recklessness of the gunmen’s actions, dubbing the shooting a cowardly attack on innocent people. Law enforcement is actively investigating the incident and has yet to apprehend any suspects. Currently, the motive behind the shooting remains unclear as investigators seek to determine if the victims were specifically targeted or if it was an indiscriminate act of violence. The NYPD has urged anyone with information concerning the shooting or the individuals involved to come forward. Community members are understandably shaken and on high alert following such a brazen act of gun violence so close to home, sparking fears about safety in their neighborhood.