The Mystery Beneath Brooklyn: Over a Dozen People Emerge From Manholes

 

In the early hours of a Friday morning in June, a strange and unsettling series of events unfolded beneath the streets of Brooklyn. More than a dozen people were observed entering and exiting city manholes in two separate neighborhoods, triggering a major multi-agency response and leaving residents and officials searching for answers.

The incidents occurred over a span of several hours between late Thursday night and early Friday morning. According to reports and activity tracked on crowdsourced safety apps, groups of individuals were seen prying open manhole covers, descending into the sewer system, and later emerging again.

The first episode took place around 11:00 p.m. in the Gravesend section of Brooklyn near McDonald Avenue and Colin Place. Witnesses reported seeing at least seven people open a manhole and disappear underground. Approximately three hours later, around 2:00 a.m., the same group reappeared.

While authorities began investigating that location, a second group was already preparing a similar action roughly eight miles away. Around 1:00 a.m., eight more individuals entered the sewer system near Heyward Street and Bedford Avenue. They remained underground for nearly three hours before climbing out just before 4:00 a.m. and leaving the area in a waiting vehicle.

 

 

The back-to-back nature of the incidents prompted a significant emergency response. Units from the NYPD, FDNY, and the Department of Environmental Protection responded to both scenes. Police K-9 units were brought in to track scents, while DEP crews inspected the sewer lines for any signs of structural damage, tampering, or hazardous materials.

Authorities later confirmed that the infrastructure itself remained intact and that no immediate threats were found inside the tunnels. What remains unclear is the identity of the individuals involved and their reasons for entering the sewer system in the middle of the night.

City officials were quick to stress the serious dangers of such activity. Sewers can contain toxic gases, including hydrogen sulfide and methane, which can cause unconsciousness or death within minutes. Sudden flooding from rainfall or industrial runoff presents another life-threatening risk, as does the unstable and confined nature of the tunnels.

 

 

Council Member Susan Zhuang issued a strong public warning, stating that sewers are not places for exploration or stunts. “Our sewers contain deadly gases, unstable surfaces, and serious flooding risks; they are not a place anyone should ever enter,” she said. She urged anyone who sees people tampering with manhole covers to call 911 immediately.

The investigation continues as authorities work to determine whether the two groups were connected and what motivated the unusual nighttime activity. While urban exploration has a certain mystique in popular culture, the reality of New York City’s underground infrastructure is far more dangerous than any adventure narrative suggests.

For now, the events of that night remain a strange and unresolved chapter in Brooklyn’s ongoing story — one that highlights both the curiosity of some residents and the very real hazards that exist just a few feet beneath the city’s streets.

 

Two Teens Dead Attempting Subway Surfing

 

 

Two teenage girls lost their lives late one Tuesday night while riding on top of a moving subway train in Brooklyn, an act commonly known as “subway surfing.” The tragedy has once again drawn attention to a dangerous social media-driven trend that continues to claim young lives.

According to the New York Police Department, the girls, both under 18, were on top of a J train when they lost their balance as the train entered the elevated Marcy Avenue station. Emergency responders pronounced both dead at the scene.

NYPD Transit Chief Michael Kemper described the deaths as heartbreaking and preventable. “We’re asking parents, teachers, and community members to talk to young people about how dangerous this is. No online trend is worth a life,” he said.

Subway surfing has increased significantly in recent years. Transit officials report a rise of more than 40 percent in such incidents over a two-year period, driven largely by short-form video platforms where young people record stunts for attention and online validation. In 2023, a 15-year-old boy died while attempting the same act on an L train in Brooklyn, prompting the MTA to launch its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign.

Despite increased surveillance, announcements, and public messaging, the trend has not disappeared. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has also urged social media companies to remove content that glorifies the behavior. “Every single one of these deaths is a reminder that the subway is not a playground,” said MTA spokesperson Aaron Donovan. “We want to make sure these platforms take responsibility for removing this type of content before more teens are hurt.”

In the hours after the latest tragedy, residents left flowers and candles near the station. One woman who saw the aftermath expressed the shared grief of the neighborhood: “It’s so sad. They were just kids. I hope no one else tries this again.”

Police reviewed surveillance footage and ruled out foul play. The victims’ names were withheld pending notification of their families.

The deaths add to a growing list of young people killed or seriously injured while engaging in subway surfing. Each incident sparks renewed calls for education, parental involvement, and stronger action by both transit authorities and social media platforms. Yet the combination of adolescent risk-taking and the desire for online attention continues to prove difficult to stop.

For the families of the two girls and for the broader community, the loss is permanent. The hope among officials and residents is that this latest tragedy will reach young people before another life is lost to a dangerous and entirely avoidable stunt.

Bodega Worker Fatally Stabbed In East New York City

 

A bodega worker in East New York was fatally stabbed on a Friday afternoon in what police described as a confrontation that began over loose cigarettes and escalated into deadly violence.

According to authorities, 33-year-old Diego Sandoval-Nava was working at a deli on Hegeman Avenue when the incident occurred around 3 p.m. A man entered the store displaying erratic behavior and shouting. After leaving briefly, the suspect returned and tried to reach behind the counter where the cigarettes were kept. When Sandoval-Nava intervened, the man stabbed him multiple times in the abdomen and then fled the scene.

 

 

 

Sandoval-Nava was taken to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where he later died from his injuries. He lived above the deli and was known in the neighborhood as a dedicated father and a kind presence. Friends and community members remembered him as someone who regularly checked on others and offered help when he could.

Fernando Mateo of United Bodegas of America expressed the shock many felt at the senselessness of the killing. Taking a life over something as minor as cigarettes, he said, left the community struggling to understand the violence.

Police described the suspect as approximately 5-foot-10 and 190 pounds with braided hair. As of the latest updates, no arrest had been made and the investigation remained active.

Bodegas serve as essential neighborhood institutions across New York City, often open long hours and staffed by people who know their regular customers by name. Attacks on workers in these small stores strike at both individual families and the broader sense of safety in the communities they serve. When a dispute over a few cigarettes ends in a fatal stabbing, it underscores how quickly ordinary workplace moments can turn dangerous.

The loss of Diego Sandoval-Nava leaves behind a family and a neighborhood that relied on him. Police continue to seek information that could lead to an arrest. Anyone with details about the incident is urged to contact authorities.

Suspect wanted for Downtown Brooklyn Triple shooting

 

Authorities have disseminated photographs of an individual they allege is accountable for the shooting of three individuals. The incident occurred at a McDonald's located at the intersection of Fulton Street and Hudson Avenue in Downtown Brooklyn shortly after midnight on Monday. The individual in question reportedly discharged a firearm at two men, hitting them and shattering the windows of the restaurant. Additionally, a woman was grazed by a bullet but declined medical assistance from the first responders.

The additional victims, a 41-year-old male and a 33-year-old male, were transported to New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. The suspect, characterized as a 5'5" man carrying a camel-colored backpack, escaped the scene on foot.

Man arrested for robbing a 10 year old

 

Authorities have apprehended an individual sought in connection with the robbery of two minors in Brooklyn. The event took place in the Crown Heights area on June 7. The suspect has been identified as 24-year-old Demba Ba, a resident of Brooklyn. Surveillance footage captured Ba approaching a 10-year-old boy and his 7-year-old sister, where he allegedly demanded money from them.

At that moment, the suspect seized the money from the boy and quickly escaped down Utica Avenue. The boy's father reportedly encountered Ba following the incident and was able to recognize him based on his son's account. He took a photograph and forwarded it to the authorities. As stated by the officers, Ba has a significant history of arrests and is presently on probation for robbery.

He was apprehended again on June 4 for comparable offenses. Ba is facing multiple charges, which include petit larceny, second-degree harassment, and engaging in conduct harmful to a child.

Mta Bus driver stabbing Suspects image released UPDATE

 

Authorities have made public the photograph of the individual suspected of stabbing an MTA bus driver while he was performing his duties in Brooklyn. The event took place at approximately 11:30 a.m. on Saturday on a B99 bus in the vicinity of Pitkin Avenue and Alabama Avenue. The New York Police Department reports that the individual engaged in a verbal altercation with the 60-year-old bus driver prior to stabbing him in the neck with an unidentified sharp instrument. Authorities indicate that the suspect was able to leave the bus and escape traveling west on Pitkin Avenue. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has confirmed that no passengers sustained injuries during the incident.

"The attack against a bus operator doing his job was outrageous and unacceptable. We are confident the NYPD will find the person responsible to face justice," a MTA spokesperson said. 

The victim was taken to Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center by first responders, where they were reported to be in stable condition.

MTA Bus driver stabbed in brooklyn

 

An MTA bus driver was stabbed in the neck during a dispute while on duty in Brooklyn, according to police.

The incident occurred around 11:40 a.m. on a Saturday at the intersection of Pitkin Avenue and Alabama Avenue. The 60-year-old driver was operating a Route 3 shuttle when a person confronted him. What began as a verbal argument escalated, and the assailant stabbed the driver in the neck before fleeing the scene.

Emergency responders transported the driver to Kings County Hospital, where he was listed in stable condition. No passengers were injured. At the time of the initial reports, no arrest had been made, and investigators were working to identify the suspect and understand the circumstances that led to the stabbing.

Attacks on transit workers, including bus drivers, remain a serious concern for the MTA and the NYPD. Drivers operate in close contact with the public, often with limited physical barriers, and disputes can escalate quickly. When a verbal confrontation turns into a stabbing, it underscores the risks faced by people who keep the city’s transit system running.

The MTA has in recent years increased efforts to improve operator safety through barriers, cameras, and coordination with police. Incidents like this test those measures and often prompt renewed discussion about what additional protections are needed.

Police continue to investigate. Anyone with information about the stabbing on Pitkin Avenue and Alabama Avenue is encouraged to contact the authorities. The driver remains in stable condition, and the priority for investigators is identifying the person responsible.

Shooting at plaground leave cousin's shot

 

Two young cousins who sustained gunshot wounds at a playground in Brooklyn are on the path to recovery as of Tuesday and are sharing their harrowing experience. The incident occurred at Hilltop Playground shortly after 9 p.m. on Monday, located at the intersection of Dean and Thomas Boyland streets. Nine-year-old Ruanna Brown was shot in the leg, while her 11-year-old cousin, Empress Alexander Davis, suffered a gunshot wound to her back.

"I could feel my shoulder, and then my cousin was screaming about a leg or a knee," Empress said.

The bullet penetrated Ruanna's knee; however, fortunately, her bone remained intact. "I'm feeling OK, I was a little nervous so I didn't talk too much but the doctors were trying to make me talk a lot so I wouldn't fall asleep, so I didn't really have a lot to say, but they were asking me questions about my summer," Ruanna said.

The Empress continues to be hospitalized; however, she is anticipated to return home shortly and is eager to resume her life as an ordinary child. While seated on a park bench, Empress' mother observed the girls at play when the sound of gunfire erupted. The playground is located directly across the street from their residence.

"My heart fell out of my chest to hear my daughter was shot. First thing I thought was lord take my life and not hers," said Melissa Alexander, Ruanna's mother. "I'm lost for words. I'm devastated. I'm hurt. I cried all night, all morning. I just want my baby to be safe."

 Authorities are seeking two male suspects and report that a minimum of six shots were discharged from two distinct firearms. Investigators have indicated that the girls were not the intended victims, and efforts are underway to locate the two individuals responsible for the gunfire at the park.

Ruanna's mother has this to say to the gunmen: "Get a life. There's so much more constructive things to do. You're putting children's lives at stake. Innocent children. I'm sure you have someone that looks up to you and you are letting them down."

Ruanna's mother expresses the following message to the assailants: "Get a life. There's so much more constructive things to do. You're putting children's lives at stake. Innocent children. I'm sure you have someone that looks up to you and you are letting them down."

 

 

 

Man chokes 6 year old and robs 14 year old in Brooklyn

 

Law enforcement officials are actively seeking a suspect who is alleged to have targeted two young girls, committing a violent robbery at their residence located near Eastern Parkway and Ralph Avenue. One of the victims, a 14-year-old female, provided an exclusive account to a reporter, with her mother's consent. She recounted that while she was escorting her six-year-old sister home from school on Wednesday, the assailant approached them from behind and demanded her gold necklace.

 "The man grabbed me by the neck and then - my sister looked and she started getting scared. I didn't have time...I couldn't react. I only looked at my sister and she was screaming," said the 14-year-old. The victims reported that the man trailed the girls from school to their residence, entering the building directly behind them and subsequently managing to corner them in a confined lobby area.

Authorities report that the suspect, cornered between two doors and physically dominated by an adult male, initiated the act of choking the six-year-old with one hand. Simultaneously, he forcibly removed her gold necklace and subsequently seized her older sister's gold necklace, both of which were birthday gifts from their mother.

The mother, occupied with her work at that moment, felt a deep sense of gratitude that her children were not taken."I'm very worried, because I got to call my daughter every time she goes out of school to make sure her safety is good," she says.

Emergency personnel conveyed the victims to Maimonides Medical Center, where they were reported to be in stable condition. The NYPD has described the suspect as approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, aged between 25 and 40 years. Additionally, they noted that the individual has dark hair styled in a ponytail and possesses a light complexion.

At the time of the incident, the individual in question was observed donning a white shirt and holding a shopping bag from Target. Authorities report that he subsequently took a grey sweatshirt from the bag and donned it over his t-shirt

Laundromat owner murdered 5 suspects arrested including cousin

 

Five people from Queens have been charged in connection with the murder of a Brooklyn laundromat owner, including the victim’s own cousin, according to Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez.

The victim, 37-year-old Money Perkins, was shot and killed inside his business, Money P. Clean, on Clarendon Road in East Flatbush on the evening of December 1, 2023. Prosecutors say the killing was the result of a planned conspiracy rather than a random act of violence.

According to the district attorney’s office, Perkins and his cousin, 46-year-old Ronnie Butler, had been in a prolonged conflict that began after Perkins opened the laundromat in 2022. In November 2023, Butler allegedly asked an acquaintance, 48-year-old Louis Mercado, for help in having Perkins killed. Mercado then recruited his teenage stepson, who in turn brought two friends — 19-year-old Shaleek Riddick and 20-year-old Diante Stinson — into the plan. A 16-year-old, Zecharyah Slay, was also charged in connection with the crime.

On the evening of the murder, just before 6 p.m., four assailants armed with handguns attacked Perkins inside his laundromat. He was killed in the assault. The five defendants were arrested the following month and face charges that include murder, conspiracy to commit murder, robbery, and related offenses.

District Attorney Gonzalez described the killing as particularly shocking because it was allegedly orchestrated by a family member. “The execution of a local businessman, friend, brother, and beloved father was truly shocking, especially considering it was reportedly orchestrated by his own cousin,” he said. Gonzalez credited cooperation between the NYPD and his office for uncovering the conspiracy behind the crime.

The case highlights how personal and business disputes can escalate into organized violence, and how the involvement of teenagers in such plots raises additional concerns. For the East Flatbush community, the murder of a local business owner inside his own store left both a personal loss and a broader sense of insecurity.

As the legal process moves forward, prosecutors say they are committed to holding all those involved accountable. The charges against Butler, Mercado, Riddick, Stinson, and the juvenile defendant mark a significant step in what investigators described as a carefully planned killing rooted in a long-running conflict.

Young man killed in mistaken identity drive by

 

The young man, aged 19, who lost his life in a drive-by shooting near his residence in Canarsie, Brooklyn, may have tragically fallen victim to a case of mistaken identity. Christian Montrose parked his vehicle on East 104th Street in the early hours of Tuesday, while a black Acura pulled up alongside him. Following a short discussion with the individuals inside, the shooter in the Acura began shooting. Montrose received three shots - one on the right side of his face, causing the loss of several teeth, another on the right side of his abdomen, and a third on his right forearm. Montrose hurriedly made his way to his apartment and discovered his brother, yet he was unable to communicate the events that had unfolded as he had sustained a gunshot wound to his mouth. According to law enforcement officials, Montrose does not have any records of arrests, nor does he have any affiliations with gangs or drugs. Detectives have received consistent descriptions of Montrose as "a good kid." Detectives are currently looking into the possibility that he may have been a victim of mistaken identity, pointing to the prevalent gang violence in the area. The suspects, who have not been apprehended, wrongly associated either Montrose or his vehicle with a rival gang, according to their beliefs. Authorities have stated that the black Acura involved in the shooting was reported stolen in the Bronx prior to the incident.

 

 

 

Twin sisters stabbed in Brooklyn deli

 

Two 19-year-old twin sisters were stabbed inside a Brooklyn deli in the early hours of a Sunday, leaving one dead and the other injured, according to police and witnesses.

The attack occurred around 2:20 a.m. at a deli in Park Slope, at the intersection of Saint Mark’s Place and Fourth Avenue, near the sisters’ residence on Nevins Street. Samiya Spain was fatally stabbed in the chest. Her twin sister was stabbed in the arm and was listed in stable condition.

Both women were taken by emergency medical services to New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where one was pronounced dead.

According to an anonymous witness who spoke with a reporter, a man inside the deli had expressed interest in the women and was turned down. The witness said the man then used derogatory language before leaving. What happened next remains under investigation, but the outcome was a deadly stabbing.

Police stated that no arrests had been made at the time of the initial reports and that the investigation was ongoing.

The killing of a 19-year-old woman and the wounding of her twin sister inside a neighborhood deli during the early morning hours left the community with both grief and unanswered questions. Twin sisters sharing such a violent experience creates a particularly painful situation for the surviving sibling and the wider family.

Delis and small late-night businesses often serve as informal gathering spots. When a social interaction turns into a fatal stabbing, it raises concerns about how quickly disputes can escalate and about the safety of both customers and workers in these spaces.

As detectives continue their work, the priority remains identifying and locating the person responsible. For the family of Samiya Spain and her sister, the loss is permanent. The investigation continues in the hope of bringing accountability for the violence that ended one young woman’s life and injured the other.

 

 

Brooklyn subway shooting

 

On Friday, NYPD Chief Jeffrey Maddrey and Deputy Commissioner Kaz Daughtry announced that the 32-year-old man involved in a subway shooting in Brooklyn will not face any criminal charges. The authorities stated that the individual, aged 36, brandished a firearm at the subway station after bypassing the emergency gates without paying, just before boarding the train. The incident occurred shortly before 5 p.m. within the Hoyt-Schermerhorn station situated in Boerum Hill.As per the authorities, a 32-year-old male was traveling on a northbound A train when he encountered a 36-year-old male dressed in a black hooded sweatshirt and black sweatpants who was already present on the train. "I'll beat you up, I'll beat you up," The 36-year-old reiterated to the man who was 32 years old and seated. Witnesses provided accounts of the 36-year-old man displaying aggressive and provocative behavior towards the 32-year-old man."I just spent 13 years in jail,"Just before the altercation escalated, the 36-year-old individual uttered those words during their verbal exchange. The individual, aged 32, subsequently rose from their seat and positioned themselves directly behind the stanchion, compelling fellow commuters to hastily move towards the opposite end of the carriage. The police reported that the 36-year-old individual brandished a pointed item, then set it aside and engaged in further conversation with the other individual before another altercation ensued.

 

"What are you trying to do?" he shouts.

 The altercation escalated, leading to the 32-year-old woman attacking the 36-year-old man from behind, stabbing him repeatedly in the back.

 "You stabbed me?" he shouts.

 Shortly after, the 36-year-old individual is observed with blood flowing from his back while persistently engaging in combat with the other gentleman.

"You're interfering with a man's situation,"The man, who is 36 years old, inquires as he reaches into his jacket pocket

 

"I'm getting out," A single passenger shouts.

 

The 36-year-old proceeded to reportedly take out a gun from his coat and advanced towards the 32-year-old, shouting at him, leading to another physical altercation.

In the ultimate physical altercation, authorities stated that the 32-year-old successfully seized control of the firearm from the 36-year-old, subsequently discharging multiple rounds and hitting the 36-year-old.

Upon the occurrence of the shooting, the train arrived at the subway station, where multiple officers were already present.The individual, aged 36, was subsequently transported to a medical facility, where he remains in a critical yet stable state.

NYC train conductor slashed in neck

 

 

 

 

A longtime subway conductor was slashed in the neck while leaning out of his cabin window early Thursday morning at a Brooklyn station, according to the NYPD.

The attack occurred just after 3:30 a.m. at the Rockaway Avenue station on the A line in Brownsville. The 59-year-old conductor, Alton Scott, had his head extended from the cabin window when he was cut across the neck. He was taken to Brookdale Hospital, where doctors closed the large wound with 34 stitches.

Scott has worked for the MTA for 24 years. The suspect was described as an adult man wearing a blue vest who fled the station after the attack. No arrest had been made at the time of the initial reports.

The incident added to a troubling pattern of violence against transit workers. At that point in the year, seven MTA employees had already been attacked. In four of those cases, the suspects had lengthy criminal histories, including individuals with 50 or more prior arrests.

Conductors and other transit workers operate in environments where they are frequently exposed to the public with limited physical protection. When a worker is attacked while simply performing routine duties — in this case, looking out from the cabin — it underscores the vulnerability built into the job. Early-morning hours can be particularly risky because stations are quieter and fewer people are present to intervene or serve as witnesses.

Attacks on MTA workers have prompted ongoing discussions about better barriers, increased policing in stations, and how the system handles individuals with extensive arrest records who repeatedly come into contact with transit staff. For Scott, a veteran employee with nearly a quarter-century of service, the slash to the neck turned an ordinary overnight shift into a serious medical emergency.

Police continue to seek the man in the blue vest. Anyone with information about the attack at Rockaway Avenue station is urged to contact the authorities. The case remains another reminder of the risks faced by the people who keep New York’s subway system running, often at hours when most of the city is still asleep.

 

 

Brooklyn bodega shooter wanted in death of worker

 

Police are seeking a man accused of fatally shooting a Brooklyn bodega worker in the head after the worker refused to give him a free cigar.

Nazim Berry, 37, was shot inside a bodega on Franklin Avenue in Crown Heights shortly after 4 p.m. According to accounts provided to investigators and family, the confrontation began when Berry declined to hand over a complimentary cigar. The man left, later returned with a gun, and a struggle followed. During the struggle, the gunman fired a shot into the side of Berry’s head.

Berry was taken to NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County, where he was pronounced dead. He had worked at the bodega for years and lived nearby with his grandmother. His mother said he had never had problems at the store before.

The suspect was described as having cornrow braids and dark skin. He was last seen wearing a black-and-white jacket, black jeans, and black sneakers. The NYPD released additional photographs of the man in an effort to generate tips from the public.

Bodega workers across the city have faced repeated violence over small disputes, unpaid items, or simple refusals. When a disagreement over a free cigar ends in a fatal shooting, it highlights both the thin margin of safety many workers operate under and the willingness of some individuals to respond to minor conflicts with lethal force.

Berry was remembered as a longtime employee who lived in the neighborhood and supported his family. The loss of a worker inside the store where he had spent years on the job left both relatives and the local community searching for answers and for the person responsible.

Police continue to seek the gunman. Anyone with information is asked to contact the NYPD or Crime Stoppers. The investigation remains focused on identifying and locating the man shown in the released images so that he can be held accountable for the killing of Nazim Berry.

Neighbor kills father, son over noise dispute in Brooklyn killed update

 

                 

 

A Brooklyn man accused of fatally attacking a father and son during a noise dispute was himself shot and killed by police after approaching officers with a knife during a traffic stop, according to the NYPD.

Jason Pass, 47, was identified as the person captured on video fatally attacking the victims in a heated argument over noise. After the killings, police received information about the license plate of a vehicle connected to the suspect. On a Wednesday morning around 7:10 a.m. in the area of Bay 44th Street in southern Brooklyn, officers stopped the car.

According to police, the vehicle was surrounded and Pass got out. He spoke with officers for a short time before the situation escalated. Pass then aggressively approached the officers while holding a knife. Officers fired, striking him. He was taken to a hospital in critical condition and later died from his wounds.

The sequence left two sets of losses: a father and son killed in a dispute that began over noise, and the suspect killed after confronting police with a weapon. Noise complaints between neighbors are common in dense urban housing, but when they escalate to fatal violence the consequences extend far beyond the original argument.

Police investigations into the original double homicide and the subsequent officer-involved shooting follow separate tracks. The video of the initial attack provided key evidence linking Pass to the killings. The traffic stop and the confrontation with officers then brought the case to a sudden and violent end.

For the families of the father and son, the death of the accused does not restore what was taken. For the officers involved, the decision to use deadly force after a man approached them with a knife will be reviewed according to department protocols. The entire episode — from a noise dispute to two homicides to a fatal police shooting — stands as a stark example of how quickly ordinary conflicts can spiral into irreversible violence.

 

Neighbor kills father, son over noise dispute in Brooklyn

 

Police are currently searching for Jason Pass, who is suspected to be involved in the killing of two individuals in an apartment on 1418 Brooklyn Ave on Sunday evening. Pass is 47 years old and considered a person of interest in the double homicide case.On Monday, the victims were identified by their family members as Bladimy Mathurin, aged 47, and his son Chinwai Mode, aged 27. Mathurin can be seen in the surveillance video holding a pair of scissors to Pass' neck, while his wife attempts to intervene. Shortly after, gunshots are heard as Mathurin retreats to his apartment. Community leaders are of the opinion that Mathurin was attempting to safeguard his family. However, the suspect's sister, who preferred to remain anonymous, claimed that it was an act of self-defense. The incident appears to have stemmed from a long-standing dispute over noise between the neighboring parties. Pass' has made six 311 calls since March 8, 2022, regarding the noise coming from the apartment above.The apartment upstairs didn't have carpeting and it was a wood floor, so there was a lot of noise. People walking back and forth generated these calls", said a police official.The individual, identified as Pass, escaped the premises by using the elevator and was last observed heading towards the east on foot. It is worth noting that Pass has a previous record of being arrested for robbery back in 1992."Why would you bring your gun to shoot my family, why would you bring a gun to tear my family apart?" said Marie Delilles.