A 36-year-old man was found shot in the head outside a residential building near 55th Avenue and 97th Place in Corona, Queens, on Friday night, according to police. Paramedics took him to Elmhurst Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Detectives have launched an active investigation and no arrests have been announced.
As reported by the New York Daily News, the victim's name is being withheld until relatives are notified, and officers were canvassing the block for anyone who might have seen or heard anything. The article by Colin Mixson notes that medics brought the man to Elmhurst Hospital, where he later died, according to police.
Where it happened
The Daily News cites police saying the man was shot "outside a residential building on 55th Avenue near 97th Place." That location sits in Corona's tightly packed residential grid just a few blocks off Roosevelt Avenue.
Investigation underway
NYPD detectives processed the scene and canvassed the area for witnesses and video, police said. Authorities have not released any information about a possible motive and have not identified any suspects. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers or reach out to the 110th Precinct.
Legal status and next steps
With no arrests reported, the killing remains an open homicide investigation that could result in criminal charges if detectives identify a suspect. Hoodline will monitor official updates and add details as they are released.
