NYC Man Injured in 2001 Shooting Dies from Injuries, Homicide Investigation Opened

April 23, 2024
New York City Medical Examiner on scene.
New York City Medical Examiner on scene.

NEW YORK, NY – A 63-year-old man, Jeffrey Atkins of 86th Street, has died following a shooting incident that occurred in 2001.

Police responded to the scene at 183 East 98 Street on March 13, 2001, at about 11:50 PM after receiving a 911 call reporting a male shot. Upon arrival, officers found Atkins with a gunshot wound to the back. He was initially transported to a local hospital in critical but stable condition.

Atkins succumbed to his injuries on April 5, with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner officially ruling the case a homicide.