On a Monday morning, September 9, 2024, a Jamaican man named Denver Bernard, aged 46, was preparing to leave his Bronx home for another day of work. A recent immigrant to New York, he worked in construction to support his family. Just before 8:00 a.m., as he stood outside his residence near East 216th Street and Paulding Avenue, a dark-colored vehicle approached. A gunman emerged from the car and opened fire, striking Bernard multiple times.
The sudden burst of violence shattered the morning quiet, with neighbors later reporting they heard a series of gunshots.
First responders arrived at the scene to find the male victim unconscious and unresponsive, lying in a pool of blood. Despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators found at least 21 shell casings on the ground, indicating the intensity of the attack. His landlady described him as a 'good person,' highlighting the tragic loss of a hardworking individual. Authorities confirmed that Bernard had no criminal record.
As of the latest reports, the New York Police Department has not made any arrests in connection with the shooting, and the investigation remains active and ongoing. A motive for the killing has not yet been established. Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers hotline. The case has left a community in shock and a family mourning the senseless loss of a loved one.
