Edwin Guevarez Jr., 40, was shot and killed on Wortman Avenue in East New York on the morning of Monday, March 30, 2026. At about 9:10 a.m., gunfire near Jerome Playground struck him in the chest and right leg. He was taken to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale Hospital but was pronounced dead there.

Police found shell casings at the scene and a memorial of candles was later left where he fell. Witnesses said the shooter wore a ski mask, a blue hooded sweatshirt, gray jeans, and multicolored Jordans, and fled on foot before officers arrived. No arrests have been announced and the motive remains under investigation.

If anyone saw the shooting or has information about the assailant’s identity or movements that morning, please share what is known with investigators.