Topline: The alleged incident occurred around 9 a.m., and authorities were not notified of the remains until after 5 p.m.
Published: April 17, 2025 7:30 am ET
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BROOKLYN, NY — An investigation is underway following the discovery of a deceased fetus on Union Street in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn.
According to a report by News 12, surveillance footage captured the moment the remains were first noticed around 9:15 a.m. on Thursday.
In the video, a passerby is seen taking a photo of the scene, but does not appear to alert authorities.
It wasn’t until approximately 5:15 p.m. that other residents came across the remains and contacted emergency services.
The NYPD responded promptly, securing the area and establishing a crime scene. However, the fetus was not removed until around 10:10 p.m., several hours after the initial 911 call.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is now working to determine both the duration the remains were in the street and the circumstances that led to their presence there.
As of now, the investigation remains ongoing.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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Published: April 17, 2025 7:30 am ET
BROOKLYN, NY — An investigation is underway following the discovery of a deceased fetus on Union Street in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn.
According to a report by News 12, surveillance footage captured the moment the remains were first noticed around 9:15 a.m. on Thursday.
In the video, a passerby is seen taking a photo of the scene, but does not appear to alert authorities.
It wasn’t until approximately 5:15 p.m. that other residents came across the remains and contacted emergency services.
The NYPD responded promptly, securing the area and establishing a crime scene. However, the fetus was not removed until around 10:10 p.m., several hours after the initial 911 call.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is now working to determine both the duration the remains were in the street and the circumstances that led to their presence there.
As of now, the investigation remains ongoing.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Reports: Man Takes Photo of Dead Fetus Near Brooklyn Apartment, Doesn’t Call 911
The alleged incident occurred around 9 a.m., and authorities were not notified of the remains until after 5 p.m.
By Jacob Charles
Published: April 17, 2025 7:30 am ET
BROOKLYN, NY — An investigation is underway following the discovery of a deceased fetus on Union Street in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn.
According to a report by News 12, surveillance footage captured the moment the remains were first noticed around 9:15 a.m. on Thursday.
In the video, a passerby is seen taking a photo of the scene, but does not appear to alert authorities.
It wasn’t until approximately 5:15 p.m. that other residents came across the remains and contacted emergency services.
The NYPD responded promptly, securing the area and establishing a crime scene. However, the fetus was not removed until around 10:10 p.m., several hours after the initial 911 call.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is now working to determine both the duration the remains were in the street and the circumstances that led to their presence there.
As of now, the investigation remains ongoing.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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