Paterson man arrested for allegedly shooting Bronx man on Park Avenue
By Jonathan Greene
Published: May 19, 2020
A city man has been arrested for allegedly shooting a Bronx, New York man on Park Avenue, according to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office.
David Polanco, 33-year-old, has been charged with aggravated assault, unlawful possession of a handgun, and possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose.
Polanco was arrested at the New York City Police Department 52nd Precinct Bronx, New York on Tuesday. He allegedly shot the 24-year-old victim in the area of Park Avenue and Carroll Street at around 2:57 a.m. on Monday.
Authorities said the victim arrived at Bronx Lebanon Hospital at around 3:30 a.m. seeking treatment for a non-fatal gunshot wound. New York City Police advised the Paterson Police of the victim’s arrival at around 7 p.m. Both police departments conducted the investigation that led to the arrest.
Prosecutors have filed a motion for pretrial detention in the case.