Two Adults Critically Injured in Drive-By Shooting at Greece Home Following Fight Between Teen Boys; Police Chief Michael Wood Confirms Targeted Attack, Seeks Multiple Suspects.
A devastating drive-by shooting occurred at a residence on Britton Road in Greece, New York, on Wednesday afternoon, leaving two adults in critical condition. The Greece Police Department responded to a report of a shooting shortly before 3 p.m. and found two victims, a man and a woman in their 30s, with gunshot wounds.
According to Police Chief Michael Wood, the shooting was not a random act but rather a targeted attack stemming from a fight between two groups of teenage boys earlier in the neighborhood. Three individuals in a vehicle returned to the scene and opened fire on the residence, striking the two victims.
Both victims underwent emergency surgery at the hospital and are now listed in critical but stable condition. Chief Wood emphasized that the investigation is ongoing, and multiple people were detained at the scene, but no suspects have been taken into custody.
The police are currently searching for multiple individuals who fled the scene in a vehicle and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Neighbors, like Ronald Skellen, are shaken by the incident, which occurred as children were returning home from school. Skellen’s grandchildren were on a school bus that passed by the scene shortly after the shooting, leaving them terrified.
The Greece Police Department is working diligently to apprehend the suspects and ensure public safety. The incident serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of violence and the need for community cooperation to prevent such incidents.
The police are encouraging anyone with information to call 911 or the GPD tipline at 581-4016 or email GPDTips@GreeceNY.gov to remain anonymous. The investigation is ongoing, and the community is coming together to support the victims and their families.
In conclusion, the drive-by shooting at the Britton Road residence is a tragic reminder of the impact of violence on innocent lives. The Greece Police Department and the community are working together to bring the perpetrators to justice and promote a safer Greece for all.
The police department appreciates the community’s cooperation and support in this investigation. Together, we can work towards a safer and more just community for all.
