🌱Man Found Dead On Ludlow + Michelle Go Killer Deemed Unfit For Trial

Good morning, neighbors! I am your host, Patrick Murray here with three fresh headlines to kick off your day.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and milder with a high of 68 and a low of 48.

Here are the top stories today in Lower East Side-Chinatown:

1. The NYPD is investigating the death of a man found unconscious early on Thursday morning. Police responded to a 911 call near Ludlow and Stanton streets at approximately 3:48 a.m., where the man was found unresponsive with no signs of trauma. The investigation remains ongoing, and no arrests have been made at this time. (AMNY)
2. The suspect accused of pushing Michelle Alyssa Go in front of an oncoming Q train at the Times Square subway station was deemed unfit for trial on Tuesday. Simon Martial, 61, will be sent to a psychiatric facility in the custody of the Department of Mental Health and Hygiene. The homeless suspect initially fled the scene but turned himself in and was charged with second degree murder. (ABC News)
3. Viva Birria will open this weekend on Ludlow Street, one year after announcing its plans for a Lower East Side location. The grand opening is set for Saturday, when customers will receive a free taco with every purchase. This will be the first business to occupy the commercial space at 153 Ludlow St. since the building was gutted and upscaled five years ago. (Bowery Boogie)

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Today in Lower East Side-Chinatown:

• "Good Times, Wonderful Times" screening at The Metrograph. (3 p.m.)
• "Stanleyville" screening at The Metrograph. (7 p.m.)
• Live music at Arlene's Grocery. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Chalamet 1-year-old cat available for adoption at Animal Haven. (Facebook)
• The Lower East Side Ecology Center invites volunteers to help construct garden beds on Monday, April 25. (Facebook)
• Nine Orchard Hotel prepares for its spring 2022 opening. (The Lo-Down)

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