Michael Lopez sentenced to 15 years in prison in Bronx shooting that sent children running for safety
NEW YORK -- The suspect in a frightening shooting that sent children running for safety in the Bronx last June has been sentenced.
A judge Thursday sentenced Michael Lopez to 15 years in prison for attempted murder.
Lopez chased a man up Sheridan Avenue, firing at least 12 shots at him.
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The alleged gang member continued shooting even as two children were knocked down and struggled to get out of the way.
One man was wounded. Fortunately, the children -- a 13-year-old girl and her 5-year-old brother -- were not hurt.
