Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Opens Investigation into Civilian Death in Queens

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Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Opens Investigation into Civilian Death in Queens

NEW YORK – The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has opened an investigation into the death of a civilian who died on February 18, 2025 following an encounter with members of the New York City Police Department (NYPD) in Queens. On the evening of February 18, a man walked up to the 111th Precinct while allegedly holding a firearm. Officers repeatedly instructed the man to drop the gun, but he did not comply. Four …