NYPD cop shot in the head in the Bronx, suspect in custody as probe continues; what do we know so far

A police officer was shot in the head in the Bronx in New York City on Thursday night (October 9, 2025), The New York Post reported, citing sources. Law enforcement sources told NY Post that the officer was struck near Paulding Avenue and East Gun Hill Road just before 10:30 p.m. One suspect was taken into custody, sources added.

The officer’s condition is not immediately clear. “Due to a police investigation, please avoid the area of Paulding Avenue and East Gun Hill Road in the Bronx,” the NYPD posted on X.




The name of the police officer has not been revealed yet. He was reportedly responding to a domestic dispute at a residence near Paulding Avenue and East Gun Hill Road, law enforcement sources told the Post.

The officer was struck when an individual involved in the dispute fired through the door. The cop was rushed to Jacobi Hospital and is undergoing surgery, one source told The Post. The NYPD warned New Yorkers to stay clear of the area as they investigate the crime scene.

The officer was shot when the person involved in the dispute fired through the door. The cop was rushed to Jacobi Hospital and is undergoing surgery, one source told The Post.

Police revealed that an 18-year-old suspect fired multiple gunshots inside an apartment at the location. Officers then shot at the gunman in the hallway of the building — striking him in the hand and arm, police further stated. A struggle reportedly took place between the suspect and officers that led to the sergeant suffering a head injury, cops said.