Man Shot On Church Avenue Saturday Evening

A man was shot in front of Mr. Lee Cleaners at 1925 Church Avenue near Ocean Avenue just after 5:30pm on Saturday evening, according to police.

Yasser Julio, 36, was standing on the street when a dispute broke out, said police. He was shot in the chest and EMS transported him to Kings County Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Police say he had a criminal background and was in possession of a firearm when he was found.

The victim’s brother told the New York Times that he was a “family-oriented man,” who had two sons.

The shooter fled westbound on Church Avenue, however police say no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.