On a Thursday evening in the Bronx, a dispute outside of a deli tragically escalated, leaving a 56-year-old man, Anthony Huggins, fatally wounded. The Black / African American male was shot in the head just before 9:30 p.m. on June 12, 2025, in front of the Franklin Gourmet Deli located at 621 E. 169th Street in the Morrisania section of the borough.
Emergency services were promptly called to the scene, where they discovered Huggins unconscious and unresponsive.
He was quickly transported by EMS to St. Barnabas Hospital for medical attention. Despite the efforts of the medical staff, he ultimately succumbed to his severe injuries and was pronounced deceased.
In the aftermath of the shooting, police cordoned off the area to conduct a thorough investigation. Evidence markers were placed on the ground, and investigators were seen examining items such as a set of keys and a pair of white Crocs that were left behind. They also extended their search inside the deli, looking into the ceiling boards for any potential evidence. At present, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting, and the investigation remains active and ongoing as authorities continue to seek information from the public.
