July 28, 2025 Bronx, NY – What began as a vibrant celebration of Dominican heritage in the South Bronx on Sunday, July 27, 2025, tragically concluded with a rash of violence that left four people shot and one stabbed. As revelers lingered on the Grand Concourse following the annual Bronx Dominican Parade, a series of seemingly connected incidents unfolded, sending shockwaves through the community and prompting an urgent police investigation.
Chaos Erupts on Grand Concourse
Eyewitnesses described a scene of sudden terror near 170th Street as gunshots shattered the festive atmosphere, sending crowds scattering in desperate search of safety. The violence, which occurred within a mere hour, cast a dark shadow over what had been a joyful display of Dominican culture and pride.
Police Scramble to Connect the Dots
The New York Police Department (NYPD) is actively working to establish connections between the victims and their potential involvement with the parade events. Authorities have confirmed three distinct violent incidents in the immediate aftermath of the parade:
- A 19-year-old male sustained a stab wound to the hip.
- A 24-year-old male was shot in the buttocks.
- In a separate but potentially linked incident at the same location, a 19-year-old male was shot in the neck, and a 19-year-old female suffered a gunshot wound to the ankle.
A fourth individual was reportedly shot elsewhere in the Bronx, and investigators are determining if this incident is related to the post-parade violence.
Victims Stable, Suspects At Large
All five victims were transported to local hospitals where they are currently listed in stable condition, continuing to receive treatment for their injuries as of Monday morning.
