BROOKLYN, N.Y. – A 24-year-old man was shot and killed early Sunday morning inside an apartment building on Dorchester Road, authorities said.
Officers found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the torso after responding to a 911 call around 2:07 a.m.
He was rushed to NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County in critical condition, where he was later pronounced dead.
Key Points
- 24-year-old man fatally shot inside Dorchester Road apartment early Sunday morning
- Victim pronounced dead at Kings County Hospital
- Police took a person of interest into custody; investigation ongoing
Victim’s identity withheld pending family notification
Police said the shooting occurred inside 2020 Dorchester Road, within the 70th Precinct. The victim’s name has not been released pending notification of his family.
Person of interest taken into custody
A person of interest was detained at the scene and is being questioned by detectives. Authorities have not confirmed any charges or motive for the shooting.
Investigation continues
Detectives from the 70th Precinct and the NYPD’s Crime Scene Unit remained at the location through the morning, collecting evidence and canvassing for surveillance footage. Police have not released details about any weapon recovered or the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
Community reaction
Neighbors described being awakened by the sound of sirens and commotion as officers flooded the normally quiet residential block. The investigation remains active as police continue to determine what sparked the fatal encounter.