Breaking News: Man Killed in Shooting Outside Popular Mount Vernon Deli
A man was tragically killed following a shooting near a deli in Mount Vernon, New York. The incident occurred late Wednesday, October 23, around 10:30 p.m., in the vicinity of the Taiz Market & Deli, located at 22 West Lincoln Avenue.
When authorities arrived on the scene, they found two men with gunshot wounds. One man was shot in the left forearm and was transported to Jacobi Medical Center for treatment. The second man suffered more severe injuries, having been shot in the left underarm.
Despite being rushed to Mount Vernon Hospital, he later succumbed to his injuries. Officials have not yet released the identity of the deceased.
The Mount Vernon Police Department is actively investigating the shooting, and no arrests have been made at this time.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward by contacting the department’s Detective Division or submitting anonymous tips through the designated text service
This incident is part of an ongoing surge in gun violence in the area, which has led to increased concerns from residents about safety.