50-year-old man dies from injuries in june attack, homicide investigation launched

50-Year-Old Man Dies from Injuries in June Attack, Homicide Investigation Launched

Bronx, NY — A 50-year-old male victim of an assault that occurred on Sunday, June 23, has died from his injuries, leading the Medical Examiner to classify the incident as a homicide.

Police responded to Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital at approximately 5:00 p.m. for a report of an assault that took place earlier that day at around 7:30 a.m. at 4441 Furman Avenue in the 47 Precinct. The victim, identified as Mark Gocul of 4441 Furman Avenue, informed officers he had been punched multiple times in the face by an unknown male individual.

Gocul was transported to the hospital by private means, suffering from swelling and bruising to the face. He succumbed to his injuries on July 6.

No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

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