Homicide Squad detectives are investigating an incident that occurred on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 5:30 pm in Plainview.
According to detectives, a 911 call was initiated for a shooting victim in front of a Margaret Drive E. residence. Officers responded to the scene and a 27 year old male, who was the victim of gunshot wounds, was transported to an area hospital. The victim then succumbs to those injuries and was pronounced deceased by a staff physician. His identity is not being released at this time and the investigation into the incident continues.
Detectives believe a light-colored vehicle may be involved in the incident and request anyone with information regarding this crime to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
Details by: D/Lt. Fitzpatrick/Homicide Squad 01/14/20/2130/6672
**UPDATE**
The Homicide Squad has identified the above victim as Justin Gottlieb of Plainview.
Details by: D/Lt. Fitzpatrick/Homicide Sqd 01/15/20/1215/8812