John Melville, 37, was fatally shot in the Bronx on the evening of March 31, 2022. Officers responded to a 911 call about an assault in progress and found Melville in front of 1292 Washington Avenue near East 169th Street with a gunshot wound to his head. He was taken to St. Barnabas Hospital and pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Investigators reported he was shot in the back of the head, a detail they say suggests an execution-style killing. Melville was a Bronx resident. The shooting was one of several violent incidents affecting the 42nd Precinct at that time. No arrests have been announced and the NYPD has sought the public’s help in identifying whoever was responsible.

If anyone has information about Melville or the March 31 scene, please contact the authorities.