QUEENS, NY – A 39-year-old man was fatally shot in the head inside a Richmond Hill residence Tuesday evening, prompting a swift police response and the detainment of a person of interest as investigators work to determine what led to the deadly incident.

At approximately 7:44 p.m., officers responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting at 97-34 103rd Street, located within the confines of the NYPD’s 102nd Precinct. Upon entering the location, police found the male victim with a gunshot wound to the head.

Emergency Medical Services pronounced the man dead at the scene. His identity has not been released, pending family notification.

A person of interest was taken into custody at the scene. Authorities have not yet released information regarding charges or a motive. The investigation is ongoing.

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Key Points

• A 39-year-old man was fatally shot in the head Tuesday evening in Richmond Hill, Queens
• The victim was pronounced dead at the scene; his identity has not yet been released
• A person of interest was taken into custody as the investigation continues