The Homicide Squad is investigating a Homicide that occurred on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at 12:19 a.m. in Hempstead.
According to Detectives, Hempstead Police officers responded to a Shot Spotter Activation in the vicinity of Olsen Place. Upon arrival officers found a 23-year old male victim with multiple gunshot wounds. As a result of his wounds the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene by a Nassau County Police Medic. The investigation is ongoing.
Detectives request anyone with information regarding this incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
Details by: Det/Lt Fitzpatrick/Homicide 04/26/20/0800/8812
*****UPDATE*****
The above male victim has been identified as Taleek R. Smith, 23, of Hempstead.
Details by: D /Lt / Fitzpatrick/ Homicide 04/28/20/1355/8348