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"He would've been probably preseason player of the year going into next year in our conference. By Ed Shanahan. A 21-year-old college basketball star was killed and eight others shot when gunfire erupted in Harlem overnight Monday. This past season, he was a second team All-Southland Conference selection after leading Houston Baptist in scoring and rebounding. New York Police Department. . HBU's director of athletics, Steve Moniaci, not only expressed sorrow over losing Lee, but also railed over yet another act of gun violence. A mass shooting in Harlem left a 21-year-old dead and eight others injured Sunday night in a bloody Father's Day that saw at least 17 people shot across the Big Apple, police said. "She called. You can also submit tips by visiting the CrimeStoppers website at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org or by messaging on Twitter @NYPDTips. St. Raymond High School for Boys Principal Judith Carew shared the following: "Darius was a good-hearted, smart, talented young man whose life was on a positive path. On Saturday night, a man was fatally shot at a Harlem smoke shop near the busy intersection at 125th Street and Fifth Avenue shortly after 10 p.m., police and sources said. "I hope justice is served and I hope the NYPD do their job and find those people that killed my son," Eric Lee said. Both are expected to survive. I can only think of what a light Darius was during his short time on earth. We call them the eight-year cops. I can't even think of basketball right now. This story has been shared 151,573 times. A 22-year-old rookie NYPD cop was killed in Harlem on Friday night, and his colleague was clinging to life, after they were shot without . Darius was a remarkable young man who loved the Lord, his mom, his family, his teammates, his friends and his entire HBU family. Police sources tell CBS2 the shooting stemmed from a dispute over a music video that was being filmed at the location. He is in the arms of Jesus we know that as fact. Its a weekend where people were supposed to be able to enjoy themselves with their families.. Officers followed a bloody trail into the apartment, where the suspect squeezed off another round, Police Commissioner Dermot Shea said on Good Day New York Tuesday morning. But we have to move even further to ensure dangerous people go to trial and [get a] determination that they are guilty and serve time, he said. His best friend called his mom and said, 'I'm sorry.' [He had] a terrific future ahead of him as a pro player. Dakota Santiago for The New York Times. First I thought it was fireworks, and then I thought, 'Nah, it can't be.'". The suspect . Harlem packed a lot of plot into the the season 2 finale including a sweet first date, two sad break-ups, a rapprochement between BFFs, and surprise marriage proposal but creator Tracy . But when she arrived at the . He was taken to an unspecified hospital in stable condition. MANHATTAN -- One person is dead following a shooting in Harlem early Monday morning, according to the NYPD. Around 40 or 50 shots in such a short span of time," he said. The suspect took off on a motorcycle, police said. Over a 15 hour period from Friday afternoon and early Saturday morning, two people were killed and 13 others wereshot or slashed across four boroughs. Gun violence again reared its ugly head in Harlem and Queens on Tuesday night in separate shootings that left eight people including two teenagers wounded. My heart breaks for his mom, his sister and his entire family, and for our basketball team.". In Harlem Sunday, a 23-year-old was fatally shot on W. 116th St. near Morningside Park around 2:40 a.m. Police were notified of the shooting after the victim checked himself into a hospital and . An image of police lights at night. Man . At least three people were shot one fatally in separate incidents overnight across the Big Apple, cops said Tuesday. Our prayers and condolences go out to his family at this time, and we pray for his eternal rest with our Lord. It's the same neighborhood he grew up in, but it was at St. Raymond High School for Boys in the Bronx where he also made his mark. Police said responded around 1:15 a.m. Wedne EAST HARLEM, Manhattan A fatal shooting in East Harlem late Monday night set off a police pursuit through Manhattan . Martinez, who inspired the film "Paid in Full," was reportedly shot five times after leaving a club. "I mean, when is enough is going to be enough? Police investigate a fatal shooting on Madison Ave. and E. 110th St. in East . We've received your submission. Hes putting the cops in danger, the cop said, referring to Hizzoners comments last week saying he wants the NYPD to start solo officer patrols in city subways to cover more ground. Just blocks away at the same time, a female was shot near 125th Street and 2nd Avenue, according to police. He was a simple guy and never tried to be someone he wasn't. Then he said he saw almost 100 people flee, running like a stampede. "These are people's lives. KANSAS CITY, Mo. The Big Apples sharp rise in gun play this yearcontinued to increaselast week as the number of shooting incidents and victims rose some 250 percent compared to the same period last year. Medics rushed him to Harlem Hospital, where doctors at first thought he would survive. He was taken to Mount Sinai Morningside in stable condition, authorities said. This is a physical job, and sometimes you have to get physical. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. But parents say nothing seems to help. Houston Baptist University men's basketball Head Coach Ron Cottrell released the following statement: "We are devastated. This is unfortunately, yet again, another example of the senseless gun violence that seems to be plaguing our country right now and we all pray it will cease," Moniaci wrote in a statement. Basketball doesn't really do him justice," said Williams. We've received your submission. But by 21 years old, Lee had earned one basketball scholarship after another and was a star the university. A gunman opened fire on an East Harlem man, shooting him in the head just steps from his home Sunday night, cops said. The officers were unharmed, but were checked out for ringing in their ears. The Associated Press contributed to this report. She said 'Sorry for what?' Earlier in Manhattan, a 30-year-old man walked into New York Presbyterian Hospital around 1:15 a.m. with a gunshot wound to the stomach, cops said. Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. just after 3:20 a.m., cops said. (Luiz C. Ribeiro for New York Daily News) Lee, 21, was shot in . Police were looking for the shooter Sunday night. Police still have . Officers at the scene of the shooting in Harlem on Friday night. Police say a man in his 40's, was shot once in the chest around 3 p.m. at 125th Street and Lenox Avenue in Harlem. Sister station KTRK in Houston contributed to this report, ALSO READ | Three members of the same family killed in Queens fire, * Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts. Bipartisan Senate group unveils rail safety bill in response to Ohio derailment, What to know about Shigella bacteria as drug-resistant strain spreads, College basketball star killed, 8 wounded in NYC shooting, Where things stand in the Alex Murdaugh double murder trial, Alex Murdaugh testifies 4 years after fatal boat crash involving son. February 27, 2023 | 9:38am. Both men are expected to recover. An emotional audition on "American Idol" by Trey Louis, a survivor of a 2018 Texas high school shooting, prompted tears from the judges as well as criticism of the country's response to gun . "Wasn't into the streets or nothing. The scene was so close to where Lee lived, his sister heard the shots and instinctually feared the worst. Lewis was glad she was safe inside her home when gunshots rang out around 9:30 p.m. Monday on the basketball court at the Jackson Houses, but she feels for her community and the injured. This story has been shared 151,573 times. The victim was taken to Harlem Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Primary Menu Sections Skip to search results St. Raymond High School released a statement about the former student's death in an Instagram post: "We are heartbroken and devastated to learn of the senseless passing of Darius Lee, class of 2018. Stay with Eyewitness News for the latest developments. Lee currently played basketball for Houston Baptist University, and there is a growing memorial outside his apartment. Less than 24 hours after Lee was gunned down, police say two innocent bystanders were struck in a drive-by shooting at a basketball court in the Bronx. Teammates were in mourning as well, and Hunter Janacek called Lee, "A teammate of mine, a brother, and an elite human being. According to police, the victim was stabbed at 3202 Church Street in East Flatbush around 9:38 p.m. / CBS New York. Rivera's funeral is set for Friday at St. Patrick's . He was a joy to coach and we loved him so much. The latest round of CompStat numbers released Tuesday shows a nearly 34 percent drop in shootings over the past 28 days. He was pronounced dead at the scene. First published on Fri 21 Jan 2022 21.24 EST. President Biden addressed the incident on Twitter on Saturday: "Jill and I are saddened to hear two NYPD officers were shot last night," he wrote. A 22-year-old woman was shot in the back, a 32-year-old was grazed in the stomach and a 47-year-old grazed in the buttocks, cops said. Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. Police returned fire, letting off an unknown number of rounds, authorities said. His name was not immediately released. "Everywhere you go, there is trouble. The shooting was reported on East 116th Street around 6:30 p.m. Police found the male victim lying unconscious and unresponsive with a gunshot wound to his chest. Darius Lee, he was gonna do something special.". "Some of them almost getting hit by cars.". Jan. 24, 2022. And the bloodshed didnt let up on Sunday morning, when three more people were shot in separate incidents across the city. A 19-year-old man was involved in a dispute at the corner of West 141st Street and Eighth Avenue in Harlem when he was blasted in the torso around 9:45 p.m. Monday, authorities said. Police gave chase, and wounded the man on a Harlem River Drive exit ramp. Police said it happened around 8:40 p.m. when an argument . A New York Police Department officer was killed and another gravely injured Friday night after . Year to date, there have been 867 instances of gunplay compared to 730 during the same period last year, the stats show. HARLEM, Manhattan (WABC) -- A 21-year-old college basketball star was killed and eight others shot when gunfire erupted in Harlem overnight Monday. "He was one of those guys everybody loved," Ron Cottrell said. The others arrived at Harlem Hospital. Immediately after the shooting, about 300 students from Powell's school who were informed by . This story has been shared 102,736 times. Charges were still pending against him Tuesday afternoon. Officers responded to the dispute at roughly 6:15 p.m. on West 135th Street, near Lenox Avenue. HARLEM, Manhattan Two teenagers were wounded when gunfire erupted inside a Harlem restaurant Wednesday night, according to the NYPD. Just one of those guys you knew the future was bright for. Both were expected to survive, cops said. There were 692 mass shootings in 2021, 611 in 2020, and 417 in 2019. An early-morning shooting Monday at a gathering in Harlem left a star college basketball player dead and eight other people wounded, New York City police said. As of June 20, there have been 277 mass shootings in the U.S. this year, according to Gun Violence Archive. Associated Press. First published on June 20, 2022 / 9:32 AM. . "Darius was a remarkable young man who loved the Lord, his mom, his family, his teammates, his friends, and his entire HBU family," Ron Cottrell, HBU's head men's basketball coach, wrote in a statement. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. ABC7 New York 24/7 Eyewitness News Stream, Mayor Adams' subway safety plan begins after several violent incidents in NYC, NYC Mayor Eric Adams addresses violence, hate crimes in exclusive one-on-one, Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts. Medics rushed him to Harlem Hospital, where doctors at first thought he would survive. There is too much crazy people here, he said about the area. While shots were being fired in Harlem last night, courageous NYPD officers ran toward the gunfire, Shea tweeted Tuesday. It all comes from out of state, so as long as other states are going to be lax on guns and allow people to get them and access them freely, theyre going to come up here., Additional reporting by Kenneth Garger,Haley Brownand Jorge Fitz-Gibbon. That's my other half," Weaver said. This story has been shared 126,956 times. "Everybody is sick of the violence," NYPD Clergy Liaison Reverend Robert Rice said. An early-morning shooting Monday at a gathering in Harlem left a star college basketball player dead and eight other people wounded, New York City police said. So kind," said Darius' cousin Thailyn Lee. We are going to continue to zero in on removing guns off the street, Adams said. When we gonna put these guns down?" But he took a turn for the worse and died Tuesday afternoon. Police said the shooting happened at . Authorities have not made any arrests and ask anyone with information to call the NYPD. He was transported to Kings County Hospital in grave condition. Police sources said the man was declared dead at the scene. He averaged 18.2 points per game as a senior and had one of the most electric performances of the season when he scored 52 points in a quadruple overtime game against McNeese State, the most points scored in a Division I game all season. Updated on: June 21, 2022 / 12:55 PM He was taken to the same hospital, also with non-life-threatening injuries. At just 21 years old, promising college basketball player Darius Lee's life came to a tragic end. She was taken to a hospital by private means in stable condition. Teens in stolen car crash into school bus on way to field trip in NJ, Beloved Little Italy cheese shop closes, but announces new NJ location, AccuWeather: AM showers before a mild afternoon. CS Muncy / Gothamist. In the Bronx, a 31-year-old man was shot in the back while walking at East 144th Street and Morris Avenue in Mott Haven around 8:15 p.m., police said. His coach at Houston Baptist, Ron Cottrell, said Lee was a great player, but an even better person. I can't even think of basketball right now. Mondays nine Harlem gunshot victims were among at least 20 people shot citywide between 8:45 p.m. Sunday and 2:30 a.m. Monday, law enforcement said. Credit: Craig Ruttle Dolan said both of the officers are Roman Catholic . Now [Mayor Eric Adams] wants to separate cops and have them go out alone, and its not like it was in the 90s, when people had some respect for them. The block was crowded before the shooting. They are still trying to determine how many. There have been 189 so far this year, but there were 218 by this time last year. A 20-year-old woman was fatally shot Wednesday night by a hooded gunman while she pushed her 3-month-old child in a stroller . 18, 2022. All three are listed in stable condition. 5-year-old, 36-year-old woman die in East Harlem fire sparked by electric scooter. It was unclear whether he was aiming at police that time, authorities said. The victims were enjoying a late night gathering when gunfire rang out. Watch as Police Commissioner Sewell and NYPD executives provide an update on multiple people shot in Harlem. Its only going to get worse, a veteran NYPD detective in Manhattan told The Post of the bloodshed. He just plays PS5 and plays basketball," Eric Lee said. 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