Crime & Safety

Boy Shot In The Head In Queens Has Died, Police Say

What led up to the shooting is not known at this time. No arrests have been made yet.

An investigation remains ongoing.
An investigation remains ongoing. (Patch Graphics)

QUEENS, NY — A 13-year-old boy shot in the head in Queens on Monday has died, his family announced on Wednesday.

Sanjay Samuel had been on life support for the last two days.

The incident happened in the parking lot of a Dunkin' Donuts located at 208-15 Linden Blvd.in Cambria Heights around 8:20 a.m.

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Officers found the boy lying in the street when they arrived at the scene. The 13-year-old was taken to Cohen Children's Medical Center for treatment.

What led up to the shooting is not known at this time. No arrests have been made yet.

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An investigation remains ongoing.

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