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Brooklyn Community Shaken by Fatal East New York Shooting as Police Seek Gunman

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Published on February 17, 2026
Brooklyn Community Shaken by Fatal East New York Shooting as Police Seek GunmanSource: Google Street View

Tragedy occurred today in East New York, Brooklyn, when two 24-year-old men were shot inside a home on Euclid Avenue shortly after midnight. One man, identified by police as Jarell Sutton, was shot in the chest and later pronounced dead at the hospital. The second man sustained a foot injury. No arrests have been reported at this time, according to ABC7NY.

The 75th Precinct investigation recovered limited evidence, including a shell casing and a bullet in the building's lobby, but the shooter’s identity remains unknown. The second man survived and is reported to be in stable condition. The relationship between the two men and the motive for the shooting are still unclear, as per AMNY.

Authorities continue to seek public assistance, noting that tips can be submitted anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS or online.