Tahriq Thompson, 34, was killed by a single gunshot wound in the early morning hours of June 29, 2025, near the corner of Riverdale Avenue and Osborn Street in Brownsville, Brooklyn. He was struck in the right arm and taken to Brookdale University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The NYPD did not immediately identify him at the scene; his name was confirmed in the days afterward.

As of early July 2025, police had made no arrests, had not released a suspect description, and had given no motive for the killing. Family members described Thompson as someone devoted to bringing positive change to the community and mourned his death as random senseless gun violence. The investigation remains open.

If anyone witnessed the shooting or knew Tahriq and can help investigators, please come forward with information.