Officers working with the New York Police Department discovered a fatally wounded individual lying on Queens Street early on Monday, April 29th. Police found the individual at around 1 A.M. in South Ozone Park.
When officers noticed the person’s body, they immediately rushed over and checked on the victim. The person was non-responsive and appeared to already be deceased since they had been clearly shot multiple times. The person appeared to be suffering gunshot wounds to his abdomen, leg, chest area, and head. Medical responders immediately secured the victim and rushed them to Jamaica Hospital. Unfortunately, the victim was already deceased and unable to be saved.
Investigators discovered about six 9-mm. shell casings around the scene. They also discovered that a witness saw two men running away from the shooting in opposite directions immediately following the incident. One of the individuals was described as wearing a white shirt.
So far, police have not been able to identify the victim. The person wasn’t carrying any ID cards with them, and no one nearby was able to tell the police who was shot. Investigators have not yet linked the shooting to any suspects. No arrests have been made, and no potential motive has been discovered yet. That said, police are looking into whether a nearby club had anything to do with the shooting.
Penalties Associated with a Fatal Shooting in New York
As you can imagine, the charges associated with a fatal shooting are some of the highest crimes you can be charged within the state of New York. If the shooting was intentional and willful, then you could get charged with murder. Murder is the most serious crime, and a conviction could land you in prison for the rest of your life. At a minimum, you’ll serve at least 15 years behind bars.
When the shooting resulted in a fatality but it wasn’t necessarily intentional, other charges could be levied against the suspect.
Depending on your specific situation, it might be best to attempt to have a murder charge reduced to a less severe criminal offense, especially if Prosecutors have ample evidence against you.
In other circumstances, it’s best to plead not guilty and use another defense strategy. When you know you didn’t commit the crime, the best defense is to come up with a rock-solid alibi. It’s also possible to cast doubt on the prosecutor’s evidence and narrative in order to prevent a conviction.
The right defense strategy in your case will hinge on the facts and circumstances surrounding the alleged crime, your arrest, and the evidence the Prosecutors have against you. In most situations involving a fatal shooting, your best option is to contact a criminal defense attorney who can provide you with solid legal advice on how to navigate your situation.
If you’re in New York or a nearby area, then our firm can help. Schedule a free consultation call with our office now to discuss your charges and situation in more detail with one of our best attorneys.
