BRONX, N.Y. — The NYPD is searching for a man who allegedly threatened an MTA employee with a firearm during a confrontation aboard a BX41 bus in the Bronx, police announced.
The incident occurred Saturday, April 19, 2025, around 12:50 p.m. when the unidentified male boarded the bus near 170th Street and Webster Avenue. After a verbal dispute with a 37-year-old female MTA worker, the suspect displayed a firearm and made threats before fleeing on foot.
Key Points
- Suspect displayed a firearm and threatened an MTA employee on April 19
- Incident occurred aboard a BX41 bus at 170th Street and Webster Avenue
- NYPD seeks suspect, described as a male with dark complexion
NYPD seeks suspect in Bronx bus threat
Police say the victim was not physically injured during the encounter. The suspect’s motive has not been disclosed, and it remains unclear whether he knew the MTA employee prior to the incident.
The NYPD released images of the suspect and is asking for the public’s help in identifying him. He is described only as a male with a dark complexion. Authorities have not released further identifying features or details.
The man fled the area on foot following the altercation, and his direction of travel remains unknown.
Public asked to aid in identification
The NYPD is urging anyone with information about the suspect or the incident to contact investigators. Tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers or by calling 911.
The investigation remains active, and no arrests have been made as of Friday.
Police hunt suspect who flashed gun, threatened MTA employee during Bronx bus altercation.