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NYPD: Man fatally shot in Brighton Beach

No arrests have been made yet.

News 12 Staff

Apr 12, 2025, 7:33 AM

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Police are asking for the public’s help identifying the person who fatally shot a man Friday night in Brighton Beach.

Authorities say 911 call around 10 p.m. led officers to Brighton 12 St., where they found 45-year-old Elijah Scott with multiple gunshot wounds.

The location he was across the street from the victim's residence, according to police.

He was then hospitalized and pronounced dead.

No arrests have been made yet.

Anyone with additional information is urged to call 1-800-577-TIPS.

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