A late‑night basketball game behind 70 Lenox Avenue in Harlem turned deadly when gunfire erupted around 10:23 p.m. on Tuesday, startling players and nearby residents.
Police officers who arrived on the scene found 35‑year‑old Kinu Rochford with a fatal head wound; he was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital shortly thereafter.
Injuries and Investigation
Two other participants were injured: a 28‑year‑old man was grazed in the shin and a 22‑year‑old woman was struck in the forearm. Both were transported to local hospitals and listed in stable condition.
No arrests have been made and detectives are still gathering evidence. Officials are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.