Queens, New York – A 45-year-old woman, Chaneil Ramsay, was gunned down in broad daylight by her husband, according to authorities.
Ramsay, a nurse and mother, was found mortally wounded on a residential street in South Jamaica, Queens, on Tuesday after police responded to a 911 call reporting multiple gunshots.
A Terrifying Scene in Broad Daylight
Witnesses described the horrifying events leading up to the fatal shooting. Some said Ramsay had been in a heated argument with her husband shortly before the shooting took place.
“He chased her shooting,” one witness told New York Daily News. “There were like eight or nine shots. He hit her in the head — that’s her wig over there.”
Ramsay suffered gunshot wounds to her head, stomach, and arm. Despite an urgent response from emergency services, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Years of Reported Domestic Violence
Authorities say this tragic incident did not come without warning. NYPD confirmed that officers had responded to multiple domestic violence complaints at the couple’s home in the past, indicating a history of violence.
As of Thursday, Ramsay’s husband remains wanted in connection with her murder, but no arrest has been made, and his name has not been publicly released.
Community Reeling from the Tragedy
Ramsay lived with her mother and son, both of whom are now mourning her loss. The community in South Jamaica is in shock, with many expressing their anger over the preventable loss of life.
“She was a kind woman who worked hard as a nurse. She didn’t deserve this,” said one neighbor. “We heard arguments before, but no one expected it to come to this.”
Domestic Violence Awareness and Calls for Action
This tragic event has renewed concerns about the effectiveness of domestic violence intervention services. Advocates are calling for better protection mechanisms for victims of domestic violence. They emphasize that early and consistent responses to abuse can prevent such deadly outcomes.