A man was fatally shot on the George Washington Bridge on Tuesday evening in what police sources believe may have been a road rage incident.
The shooting occurred around 7 p.m. on the bridge’s upper level. The victim, believed to be an off-duty Con Edison employee, was taken to Englewood Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to police sources cited by News 4. Authorities had not publicly released his identity pending notification of his family.
Investigators are working to determine what led to the shooting and identify the suspected gunman.
Shooting Followed Near Collision
According to law enforcement sources, the victim was driving a blue Volkswagen Golf on an entrance ramp to the George Washington Bridge when video footage captured the vehicle nearly colliding with another car.
Shortly afterward, the rear passenger-side window of the Volkswagen was shot out. Investigators believe a single gunshot was fired.
The bullet reportedly struck the driver’s seat headrest before hitting the victim. The vehicle then struck a median and came to a stop, while the other driver continued away from the scene, according to information shared with News 4 by law enforcement sources.
Police believe the shooting may have stemmed from a road rage dispute. However, authorities have not publicly confirmed the circumstances leading up to the gunfire or identified a motive.
Police Review Surveillance Footage
Investigators remained at the scene Tuesday night, examining the area and searching for ballistic evidence that could help establish what happened.
Police have also been reviewing surveillance footage in an effort to identify the other vehicle involved and trace the events leading up to the shooting.
Authorities have not released a description of the suspected shooter. The investigation remains ongoing, and officials have not publicly announced an arrest.
The victim’s identity has also not been released pending family notification.
Investigation Continues
The fatal shooting has prompted investigators to examine whether a near collision escalated into a deadly confrontation. Police are working to establish the sequence of events and gather evidence that could help identify the person responsible.
The suspected road rage connection remains based on information from police sources, and further details may emerge as the investigation progresses.
Authorities have not publicly confirmed additional information about the suspect or the events immediately preceding the shooting.
This report is based on information attributed to police and law enforcement sources cited by News 4. Details may change as authorities release further information.