By: Richard L. Smith 
Authorities investigated a deadly shooting Tuesday evening, October 20, on the upper level of the George Washington Bridge near Fort Lee, temporarily shutting down traffic as emergency crews responded.
According to preliminary reports, the shooting occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m., prompting a response from police and emergency medical personnel.
Initial reports indicated that the victim, a 46-year-old Rocland County Man was in traumatic arrest near the middle of the bridge. EMS personnel subsequently transported the victim to Englewood Hospital.
At approximately 8 p.m., dispatch updates indicated that the victim had been pronounced dead.
The shooting prompted a significant police response, including a Level 1 mobilization by the NYPD, with responding personnel directed to the area of Fort Washington Avenue and West 179th Street in Manhattan.
Authorities temporarily closed the upper-level westbound lanes while investigators processed the scene.
The bridge’s upper-level lanes were later reopened after investigators completed their initial work.
Police believe the motive for the shooting is road rage.
The incident remains under investigation.