According to police, Javits Frimpong, 15, was found shortly before 9:30 a.m. Oct, 29th near East 171st Street and Crotona Place in the Claremont neighbourhood with a gunshot wound to his stomach.
Officers from the 42nd Precinct rushed him to St. Barnabas Hospital in their patrol vehicle in an attempt to save his life. Despite their efforts, Frimpong was pronounced dead at the hospital.
ABC7 reported that the teenager may have been on his way to school when the shooting occurred, although police have not confirmed that information.
Investigators are searching for three teenage suspects who were last seen dressed in black clothing and wearing surgical masks. They reportedly fled southbound into nearby Crotona Park.
No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information about the shooting or the suspects is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS. Spanish-speaking callers can dial 888-57-PISTA. Tips can also be submitted online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org or through X at @NYPDTips. All information will be kept confidential.
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