Suspects arraigned in Brooklyn shooting that killed 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore. Police say attack was gang-related.
The Brooklyn baby shooting case takes a critical turn today as suspects are set to be arraigned in the death of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore. The infant was fatally shot while sitting in a stroller in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, sending shockwaves across the city. Authorities have charged two men in what they describe as a gang-motivated attack that has left a family and community devastated.
Suspects Face Court in Tragic Baby Shooting
Two suspects, Amuri Greene and Matthew Rodriguez, are expected to be arraigned following their arrest in connection with the fatal shooting of Kaori Patterson-Moore.
Prosecutors have charged both men with second-degree murder after the 7-month-old was killed in a shooting that also injured her 2-year-old brother.
The case has drawn widespread attention due to the young age of the victim and the circumstances surrounding the attack.
What We Know So Far
- Victim identified as 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore
- Shooting occurred in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
- Baby was in a stroller pushed by her mother
- Two suspects charged: Amuri Greene and Matthew Rodriguez
- Victim’s 2-year-old brother was grazed by a bullet
- Police say the shooting was gang-motivated
- Suspects attempted to flee but were later arrested
- Arraignment scheduled for today
Authorities continue to build their case as the legal process begins.
What Happened (Timeline of Events)
- Day of incident: Family walking in East Williamsburg
- Gunfire erupts: Shots fired, causing panic in the area
- Immediate reaction: Family runs to a nearby bodega
- Discovery: Parents realize the baby has been shot
- Emergency response: Father rushes Kaori to Woodhull Hospital
- Tragic outcome: Baby pronounced dead at the hospital
- Aftermath: Suspects flee, later tracked and arrested
This timeline underscores how quickly the tragedy unfolded.
Police Investigation and Arrests
Investigators say the suspects attempted to escape after the shooting but crashed into another vehicle.
Amuri Greene was taken into custody after being hospitalized, while Matthew Rodriguez initially fled the scene.
Rodriguez was later located, arrested, and extradited back to New York to face charges.
Police have indicated the shooting was gang-related, though further details about motive have not been publicly released.
Community Reaction and Funeral
The death of Kaori Patterson-Moore has left the community grieving.
A large crowd gathered for her funeral, where Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy, highlighting the emotional impact of the loss.
Family members described Kaori as a beloved child, and the tragedy has reignited conversations about gun violence affecting innocent victims.
The emotional response continues as the case moves through the courts.