NYPD Collars Suspect in Deadly Double Shooting in Brooklyn

BROOKLYN, NY – Following an ongoing investigation into a fatal shooting, the New York City Police Department arrested a 20-year-old male on Wednesday.

Andrew Decoteau is now facing several charges including murder, attempted murder, attempted assault, and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon.

The incident in question occurred on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at approximately 12:56 am.

Responding to a ShotSpotter activation at 1144 Bergen Street, officers found two males with gunshot wounds in the lobby of the location.

Kevin Alves, a 38-year-old male, was pronounced dead upon arrival at NYC Health & Hospitals/Kings County due to a gunshot wound to the head. Another 45-year-old male survived with a gunshot wound to the torso and a graze wound to the ear.

Adam Devine
Adam covers New York City and regional news for Shore News Network. He is currently attending college and freelances about crime in New York City and regional news.

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