A long‑running family feud in Laurelton, Queens ended in deadly violence on October 15, 2022. Sixty‑six‑year‑old George Jacobs was found inside the single‑family home he shared with his elderly mother, suffering three gunshot wounds to the chest. He was taken to Jamaica Hospital but did not survive.

Police identified George’s 73‑year‑old brother, Jethro Jacobs, as the shooter. Jethro had traveled from Virginia to attend a family funeral and visit their mother; an argument between the brothers escalated and resulted in the shooting. Jethro was taken into custody at the scene and later charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon. His defense asserted he acted in self‑defense, saying George had brandished a knife and that Jethro used his legally owned .357 handgun.

The community remains shaken by the deadly outcome of a troubled sibling relationship. If anyone has information about the dispute or the events that morning, please share what is known.