Police: 2 people in pool struck by falling tree, 1 killed

The NYPD says two people were struck by a falling tree while in a pool in the Bronx, killing one.

News 12 Staff

Aug 15, 2022, 7:45 PM

Updated 859 days ago

Share:

The NYPD says two people were struck by a falling tree while in a pool in the Bronx. 
The 50-year-old victim was pronounced dead on the scene. The 60-year-old victim is currently in critical condition and was transported to NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital.
The tree fell on the two victims around 1:30 p.m. Monday while they were in the pool at 2621 Palisades Ave., police say.