ByEyewitness News 
Monday, June 1, 2026 8:45PM
CLAREMONT, The Bronx (WABC) — Police are searching for a suspect after a 69-year-old man was shot in the Bronx on Monday, according to officials.
The victim was shot once in the arm and once in the torso shortly before 3:30 p.m. on East 170th Street and Fulton Avenue in the Claremont section, according to police.
He was taken to St. Barnabas Hospital where he’s expected to recover.
Police say a male suspect was last seen fleeing from the scene.
No further details have been provided.
This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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