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7-Month-Old Girl Shot in Brooklyn; Suspect Arrested

4/2/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A 7-month-old girl, Kaori Patterson-Moore, was shot in Brooklyn on April 1, 2026, while in her stroller, around 1:20 p.m. near Humboldt and Moore Streets.
Her mother, Lianna Moore, initially thought the gunfire was fireworks.
Kaori was taken to Woodhull Hospital but died shortly after arrival.
Police have arrested 21-year-old Amari Green, while a second suspect remains at large.
The shooter is connected to a gang from NYCHA’s Marcy Houses.

History

Historical Context

In 1990, New York City experienced a peak in violence, recording over 2,200 homicides, largely due to the crack epidemic and gang activity. The NYCHA’s Marcy Houses, linked to this violence, reflects ongoing issues with gun crime. Although crime rates have significantly declined since the early 1990s, gun violence remains a pressing concern, particularly affecting innocent bystanders like 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore.

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Story summary

A 7-month-old girl, Kaori Patterson-Moore, was shot in Brooklyn on April 1, 2026, while in her stroller, around 1:20 p.m. near Humboldt and Moore Streets.
Her mother, Lianna Moore, initially thought the gunfire was fireworks.
Kaori was taken to Woodhull Hospital but died shortly after arrival.
Police have arrested 21-year-old Amari Green, while a second suspect remains at large.
The shooter is connected to a gang from NYCHA’s Marcy Houses.

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