19-year-old shot and killed in Harlem identified by police

19-year-old shot and killed in Harlem identified by police
New York City Police Department - File Photo

New York, NY – The New York City Police Department responded to a 911 call reporting a male shot near the intersection of Madison Avenue and East 132 Street in the 25th precinct on Saturday, at approximately 4:41 pm.

Upon arrival, the police found a 19-year-old male, identified as Jaylen Duncan, lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to his head. The victim was quickly transported to Harlem Hospital but was later pronounced dead.

No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting, and the police investigation remains ongoing.

The New York City Police Department urges anyone with information regarding the incident to contact the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/, or on Twitter @NYPDTips.

All calls will be treated confidentially, and the police department assures the public that any information, no matter how small, could prove crucial in solving this case and bringing those responsible to justice.