Darius Coles, 20, was killed in a midday shooting in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn on September 4, 2025. The attack occurred at about 2:40 p.m. near Sutter and Euclid Avenues, a short distance from his home. Police found Coles with a fatal gunshot wound to the chest; he was taken to Brookdale Hospital Medical Center and pronounced dead.

Coles was with his twin brother when the shooting happened. The brother suffered a wound to his leg and a graze wound to his head and was also taken to Brookdale, reported in stable condition. Witness descriptions of the shooter varied: one account said a male fled on a bicycle, another described the suspect wearing a red tracksuit, a white shirt, and white sneakers. No motive has been determined and no arrests have been announced.

If anyone saw the shooting or has information about a male fleeing on a bicycle or matching that clothing description, please share what is known with investigators.