Crime & Safety

Man Shot To Death On Nassau Street: Police

Police are investigating the murder of a 49-year-old man. Anyone with information is asked to come forward.

HEMPSTEAD, NY — Nassau County police are investigating a murder that occurred in Hempstead Sunday night.

According to police, Hempstead police officers answered a call for shots fired near the intersection of Peninsula Boulevard and Sewell Street at 10:55 p.m. When they arrived, they found a 49-year-old man lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds.

The man was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was soon pronounced dead by doctors. Police have not yet released the man's name.

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Police ask anyone with information about this murder to call Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.

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