Full Breakdown
Tragic Shooting Claims Life of 7-Month-Old Kaori Patterson-Moore in Brooklyn
4/7/2026, 1:29:20 PM
Incident Overview
On April 1, 2026, a tragic shooting in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, resulted in the death of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore. The infant was struck by a stray bullet while sitting in a stroller pushed by her mother, Lianna Moore, as her father, Jamari Patterson, and older brother were present. The shooting occurred around 1:20 PM near the intersection of Moore and Humboldt Streets when Amuri Greene, 21, allegedly opened fire from the back of a moped driven by Matthew Rodriguez, 18. Greene reportedly aimed at Patterson, who is believed to have ties to the Money Over Everything (MOE) gang, amidst an ongoing gang conflict with another group from the Marcy Houses.
Arrests and Charges
Amuri Greene has been charged with three counts of murder, one count of attempted murder, and multiple counts of weapon possession and assault. He was apprehended after the moped crashed during their escape, resulting in Greene suffering a broken leg. Rodriguez was arrested days later in Pennsylvania and is expected to be extradited to New York. Both suspects are believed to have been involved in a gang-related shooting, with police investigating the connection between the gangs involved.
Community Response and Grief
The shooting has deeply affected the Williamsburg and Bushwick communities. A candlelight vigil was held to honor Kaori, where family and friends expressed their sorrow and outrage. Kaori's father, Jamari Patterson, released a heartfelt letter stating, "I miss her so much. I want my baby back," emphasizing his desire to turn his life around for his family. The community has rallied around the grieving family, with many expressing their heartbreak over the loss of an innocent child.
Conflicting Accounts
While Greene confessed to aiming at Patterson, Kaori's mother, Lianna Moore, vehemently denied that her fiancé was the intended target, asserting, "He had nothing to do with it." This discrepancy highlights the complexity of the situation, as the family grapples with the aftermath of the shooting and the implications of gang violence in their lives.
Official Statements
NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny confirmed the gang-related nature of the shooting, stating, "We know that he [Patterson] does have an association with some other MOE gang members." Meanwhile, New York Attorney General Letitia James called for the prosecution of the suspects to the fullest extent of the law, emphasizing the need for justice in this heartbreaking case.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I miss her so much. I want my baby back.” — Jamari Patterson, Father of Kaori Patterson-Moore
- “This should have never happened,” — Christine Poitier, Grandmother of Kaori Patterson-Moore
What's Next
As the investigation continues, both suspects are expected to face court proceedings. The community remains vigilant, seeking justice for Kaori while grappling with the broader implications of gang violence in their neighborhoods.
