Ozone Park Woman Found Dead outside Home; Suspect Charged with Murder: NYPD
Investigation Underway
A 64-year-old woman was found dead outside her Ozone Park home on Thursday evening, with police ruling the incident a homicide. The victim, identified as Juliet Kashidas-Singh, was discovered unconscious and unresponsive in front of 104-16 103rd Avenue.
911 Call and Police Response
Police received a 911 call at around 5:20 p.m. on February 27, reporting a woman in need of help in the vicinity of 103rd Avenue and 105th Street. Upon arrival, police found Kashidas-Singh in the condition described above. Emergency Medical Services pronounced her dead at the scene.
Autopsy and Investigation
The cause of death has not been officially determined, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is conducting the autopsy. Detectives from the 106 Precinct, Crime Scene Detectives, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, and Medical Examiners were on the scene.
Arsenal and Arrest
Police arrested 40-year-old Francisco Sevilla, of 106-63 97th Street, in connection with Kashidas-Singh’s death. Sevilla was taken into custody at 1 a.m. on Friday, February 28, within the confines of the 106th Precinct, and charged with first-degree murder and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon.
Community Reaction
Neighbors expressed shock and concern over the incident, describing the police presence as unusual for the area. “I came out to get ready to go to work, and I saw this massive response by the NYPD. I figured something was up,” said a neighbor. Another resident added, “My family has been here a long time. We’ve never seen anything like this before.”
Conclusion
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with additional information to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS. All calls are confidential.
FAQs
* What is the status of the investigation?
The investigation is ongoing.
* Who is the suspect in the case?
Francisco Sevilla, 40, has been charged with first-degree murder and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon.
* What is the cause of death?
The cause of death has not been officially determined, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is conducting the autopsy.
* How can I provide information to the investigation?
Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS. All calls are confidential.
