This comes are residents prepare to participate in Saturday's fourth annual March to End Violence in the Bronx.
BRONX, New York --The shooting happened just before 6:30 p.m. in front of 3329 Olinville Avenue.Upon arrival, police say an 18-year-old male, identified as Nixon Rodriguez, was shot in the chest.An unknown male suspect fled eastbound on White Plains Road.Though crime is statistically declining in New York City, according to numbers released by NYPD, many residents are still concerned about the ensuing violence on their streets.
"We stay inside because when you come out at night, the guns are just going off," said John Dematteo. "I don't think the city is taking care of those things. I think the city has to do more for those people," said Manny Cruz. With June marking National Gun Violence Awareness Month, local residents are expected to participate in the fourth annual March to End Violence, in partnership with the Police Athletic League, on Saturday at the PAL Center located at 991 Longwood Avenue.
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