In the Woodhaven section of Queens, a 28-year-old man named Eric Roman was found with multiple gunshot wounds on the morning of Friday, February 13, 2015. The attack, which occurred outside his residence on 89th Street near Atlantic Avenue around 11:50 a.m., ended a twelve-day period without a homicide in New York City, the longest such stretch since the city began keeping detailed records in this regard.
Roman had been shot in the head, hand, and leg.
Emergency medical services rushed him to Jamaica Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition. Despite the efforts of medical staff, Eric Roman succumbed to his injuries the following day, Saturday, February 14, 2015. His death was officially classified as a homicide by the police.
The investigation into the shooting began immediately, with police searching for the person responsible. Witnesses reported seeing a suspect speeding away from the scene in a dark-colored or black Mercedes Benz, heading towards Jamaica Avenue. However, despite this lead, no arrests have been made in connection with the murder of Eric Roman. The case remains an active and ongoing investigation, leaving his family and community awaiting justice.
