Introduction to the Incident
Detectives in Brooklyn are on the hunt for the gunman who shot and killed a man outside a public housing complex on Wednesday afternoon.
FILE – An NYPD Crime Scene Unit vehicle at a homicide scene.
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Details of the Shooting
Police said the shooting occurred at about 5:31 p.m. on May 21 outside the Marlboro Houses, a NYCHA complex located at 2326 West 8th St. in Gravesend.
Officers from the 60th Precinct and Police Service Area 1, in responding to a 911 call about the incident, found a 20-year-old man suffering a gunshot wound to the abdomen.
Police said the shooting occurred at about 5:31 p.m. on May 21 outside the Marlboro Houses, a NYCHA complex located at 2326 West 8th St. in Gravesend.
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EMS rushed the victim to NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn, where he could not be saved and was pronounced dead. Police have withheld his identity, pending family notification.
Investigation and Search for the Suspect
Police sources did not immediately have a motive for the deadly shooting. Based on a preliminary investigation, cops are looking for the suspect gunman, who was last seen wearing a red cap, a white shirt and black jeans.
No arrests have been made in the ongoing investigation, police said.
Anyone with information regarding this shooting can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
Conclusion
The shooting at the Marlboro Houses in Brooklyn has left a community in mourning and a family without a loved one. As the investigation continues, it is crucial for anyone with information to come forward and assist the authorities in bringing the perpetrator to justice. The safety of public housing complexes and the well-being of their residents must be a priority for law enforcement and community leaders.
FAQs
Q: What was the location of the shooting?
A: The shooting occurred outside the Marlboro Houses, a NYCHA complex located at 2326 West 8th St. in Gravesend, Brooklyn.
Q: What was the time of the shooting?
A: The shooting occurred at about 5:31 p.m. on May 21.
Q: How old was the victim?
A: The victim was 20 years old.
Q: What was the cause of death?
A: The victim died from a gunshot wound to the abdomen.
Q: Is the suspect in custody?
A: No, the suspect is still at large, and the investigation is ongoing.
Q: How can I provide information about the shooting?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA), submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
