NYPD Launches Manhunt After Baby Killed by Stray Bullet

Authorities say the shooting was tied to gang activity in Williamsburg.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:02pm

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An extreme close-up of a single spent bullet casing on a dark, textured surface, dramatically lit by a harsh camera flash to create a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic without words.The aftermath of a senseless act of violence that claimed an innocent life, exposing the harsh realities of gun crime in the city.Brooklyn Today

New York City police are searching for two men they say are connected to the death of a 7-month-old Brooklyn girl who was struck by stray gunfire on Wednesday. Kaori Patterson-Moore was in her stroller near the intersection of Moore and Humboldt streets in Williamsburg when someone riding on the back of a moped fired twice into a busy street around 1:16pm, police said. She was hit and died at the scene.

Why it matters

Gun violence and stray bullets continue to be a major issue in New York City, with incidents often impacting innocent bystanders. This tragic case has sparked outrage and renewed calls for action to address gang activity and improve public safety in high-crime neighborhoods.

The details

According to police, one man who 'fits the description of our shooter' is in custody on an unrelated matter, while the moped's driver remains at large and is the focus of a 'massive' search. The pair allegedly fled on the moped, collided with another car, then abandoned the vehicle about five blocks away.

  • The shooting occurred around 1:16pm on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.

The players

NYPD

The New York City Police Department, which is leading the investigation and manhunt.

Jessica Tisch

NYPD Commissioner, who stated the shooting was tied to gang activity.

Kaori Patterson-Moore

The 7-month-old victim who was killed by the stray bullet.

Lianna Charles-Moore

Kaori's 20-year-old mother, who initially mistook the gunfire for fireworks.

Zohran Mamdani

The Mayor of New York City, who urged residents not to become desensitized to such shootings.

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What they’re saying

“My daughter was innocent. She didn't deserve that.”

— Lianna Charles-Moore, Kaori's mother

“We must not become inured to such shootings.”

— Zohran Mamdani, Mayor of New York City

What’s next

Police are continuing their massive manhunt for the second suspect, the moped driver, who remains at large.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence and stray bullets impacting innocent lives in New York City, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to address gang activity and improve public safety in high-crime neighborhoods.