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Crimes against minors are plaguing The Bronx, according to authorities.
According to the NYPD, as of April, there's been a 133% increase in shooting victims under the age of 18, compared to 2018. There's also been a 112% increase in minors being the ones pulling the trigger.
On Thursday, a 14-year-old boy pleaded not guilty to murder -- accused of shooting and killing a 16-year-old girl Monday in a Morrisania schoolyard.
Police released images of people wanted for three other crimes against teens. News 12's Brittany Cadet is live breaking down the details.
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