Bossdon Pee Fatal Shooting Syracuse, NY Death and Obituary: Always In Our Hearts

Syracuse residents are grappling with shock and fear after a fatal shooting on the city’s South Side Wednesday afternoon. The tragic incident, which left one man dead and a young boy injured, has raised concerns about growing violence and public safety in the area.

The shooting occurred shortly after 3 p.m. near the intersection of Warners and Webster avenues, just off South Salina Street. Witnesses described a harrowing scene as multiple gunshots rang out, sending nearby pedestrians and residents scrambling for safety. Emergency sirens soon filled the air as first responders rushed to the scene.

Authorities identified the victim as 39-year-old Bossdon Pee, who was struck in the upper body. Despite being transported to Upstate University Hospital for emergency care, Pee was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

In a troubling turn, police also confirmed that a 10-year-old boy was injured in the crossfire. The child was grazed by a bullet in the leg and was treated at the hospital. Thankfully, the boy is expected to recover, and authorities believe he was not connected to the victim.

Investigators report that multiple witnesses saw several individuals fleeing the scene after the shooting, with one man reportedly holding a gun. However, no arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

As a precautionary measure, Brighton Academy Middle School was briefly placed on lockdown, though the lockdown has since been lifted. The violence has left the community shaken, with parents and residents voicing concerns about safety.

Syracuse Police are urging anyone with information to come forward as they work to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify the individuals responsible. The investigation remains active, and updates will follow as new details emerge