New york city medical examiner on scene.
New York City Medical Examiner on scene.

Elderly woman found dead with head trauma inside Brooklyn home – Foul play under investigation

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September 17, 2025

Brooklyn, NY – An 89-year-old woman was discovered with fatal head injuries inside her Brooklyn residence late Sunday night, police said.

Authorities responded to a 911 call around 10:27 p.m. at 3015 West 29th Street in the 60th Precinct. Officers were informed that the victim, identified as Nina Kravtsov, had sustained head trauma. Emergency personnel rushed her to NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn, where she was pronounced dead.

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the exact cause of death. Police said no arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.

Key Points

  • Nina Kravtsov, 89, was found with head trauma inside her West 29th Street home in Brooklyn.
  • She was transported to NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn, where she was pronounced dead.
  • The cause of death is under review, and no arrests have been made.
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