Crime & Safety
Woman Shot And Killed In Brooklyn, No Arrests Made Yet
The victim's identity has not been released pending family notification.
BROOKLYN, NY — A 36-year-old woman was shot and killed in the middle of a crosswalk in Brooklyn Wednesday night, police said.
Officers found the woman at the intersection of Carlton Avenue and Pacific Avenue in Prospect Heights around 10:22 p.m. with a gunshot wound to the head.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. She has since been identified as Tamika Powell.
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What led up to the shooting is not known at this time, or if the woman was the intended target.
A description of a possible suspect was not readily available as of Thursday night.
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An investigation remains ongoing.
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