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Police: 29-year-old man shot and killed in Unionport

Officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 12:17 a.m. for a male shot on Haviland Avenue.

Molly Bruton

May 24, 2026, 4:10 PM

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Police say they are investigating the homicide of a 29-year-old man who was shot and killed in Unionport.

Police have identified the victim as Jonathan Valentin, of New Jersey.

According to the NYPD, officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 12:17 a.m. on Sunday for a male shot on Haviland Avenue.

Upon arrival, officers discovered the man had suffered a gunshot wound to the chest.

The victim was transported by private means to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The identity of the victim is currently withheld pending family notification.

No arrests have been made.

The investigation is ongoing.

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