Manslaughter Charges Filed in Brooklyn Beating Death
Two Men Arrested and Awaiting Arraignment
Two men were arrested on Friday and charged with manslaughter in the beating death of a homeless man who was accosted while sleeping in a supermarket parking lot in Brooklyn, police said. The suspects were identified as Cos Jervis Jonas Ajpuac, 38, and another man, 42 years old.
Details of the Incident
According to police, Ajpuac and the other man were pummeled with metal pipes and a baseball bat around 7 p.m. on September 18, 2024. Ajpuac succumbed to his injuries on October 2, 2024. The other man survived.
Security Footage Confirms the Attack
Store security worker Stephen DeGrasse told the Daily News that he had seen security footage of the beating. "The assailants just attacked them while they were sleeping," he said.
A Personal Connection between the Victims and the Suspects
DeGrasse revealed that the victims and the suspects all frequented the same ShopRite supermarket to redeem the five-cent deposit on bottles and cans they had collected. They were friends, and would often drink beer together after cashing in the bottles.
No Details on What Triggered the Attack
There was no immediate information from police about what sparked the attack. The motive behind the incident remains a mystery.
Conclusion
The two men accused of beating a homeless man to death in a Brooklyn supermarket parking lot are now facing manslaughter charges. The incident serves as a tragic reminder of the dangers and uncertainties faced by many homeless individuals on a daily basis.
FAQs
- What were the charges filed against the suspects?
Manslaughter charges were filed against the two suspects, Cos Jervis Jonas Ajpuac, 38, and another man, 42 years old. - How did the beating occur?
The attack occurred around 7 p.m. on September 18, 2024, with the suspects using metal pipes and a baseball bat. - Were the suspects and victims acquaintances?
Yes, they were friends and would often gather at the same ShopRite supermarket to redeem the five-cent deposit on bottles and cans.
