Seven‑Month‑Old Killed by Apparent Stray Bullet in Brooklyn; NYPD Hunts Moped Gunmen
A 7‑month‑old baby in a stroller was struck by gunfire and killed on a Brooklyn street in what police say was an apparent stray‑bullet shooting. The NYPD has confirmed the child's death and is investigating, searching for the shooters.
📌 Key Facts
- CBS Evening News posted a short video titled "7-month-old baby in stroller shot and killed in Brooklyn" on 2026-04-01.
- The NYPD confirmed that a 7-month-old child in a stroller was shot and killed in Brooklyn.
- Police say the child was struck by gunfire on the street while in the stroller.
- The CBS video reiterates the NYPD’s confirmation and characterization of the incident (child hit while in stroller).
- The CBS piece offered limited additional detail beyond what has appeared in prior print coverage (no new information on suspects, motive, or arrests).
📊 Relevant Data
In 2023, Black individuals comprised 57.1% of homicide victims in New York City, despite making up 20.3% of the population.
Crime and Enforcement Activity in New York City (Jan 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023) — New York City Police Department
In 2023, Black individuals comprised 57.0% of known homicide suspects in New York City, despite making up 20.3% of the population.
Crime and Enforcement Activity in New York City (Jan 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023) — New York City Police Department
In 2023, Hispanic individuals comprised 31.3% of homicide victims in New York City, compared to 29.1% of the population.
Crime and Enforcement Activity in New York City (Jan 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023) — New York City Police Department
Nationally in 2019, approximately 89% of Black homicide victims were killed by Black offenders.
Expanded Homicide Data Table 6 — Federal Bureau of Investigation
The Hispanic population in Greenpoint/Williamsburg decreased from 34.1% in 2010 to 20.9% in 2023.
Greenpoint/Williamsburg — NYU Furman Center
📰 Source Timeline (2)
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- CBS piece is a short video hit that reiterates NYPD’s confirmation that a 7‑month‑old in a stroller was shot and killed in Brooklyn.
- It restates that police believe the child was struck by gunfire on the street while in the stroller; limited additional detail beyond what is already in print coverage.