The Homicide Squad reports the details of Domestic Disturbance involving a handgun that occurred at 7:06 am on Sunday, October 29, 2023, in Uniondale.
According to detectives, First Precinct police responded to a 911 call for a violent domestic incident involving a handgun at a Newton Avenue residence. Upon arrival, First Precinct police observed a 43-year-old female and a 45-year-old male in a bedroom unresponsive with gunshot injuries. Both were transported to a nearby local hospital and treated for their injuries. The female was pronounced deceased by hospital staff at 7:49 am. The male is listed in serious but stable condition. The investigation is ongoing.
***UPDATE***
The above female deceased victim has been identified as Vanessa Johnson-Williams, 43, of Uniondale.
An additional above listed subject has succumbed to his injuries and has been identified as Ralph Williams, 45, of Uniondale.
According to detectives, during the course of a domestic disturbance Ralph Williams intentionally caused the death of his wife, Vanessa Johnson-Williams. Ralph Williams committed suicide at scene.