A man was fatally shot and one person is in custody in the Bronx, police say.

The incident happened Tuesday outside 3836 White Plains Road around 8 p.m.

Kevin Higgins, 47, was pronounced dead at Montefiore Medical Center after police say he suffered a gunshot wound to the chest.

Police say the alleged gunman was taken into custody and also suffered a gunshot wound to his leg. 

Charges are pending against the suspect. 

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.