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25 Years Later: Paralysis Victim's Death Ruled Homicide
16 Aug
Summary
- Shooting victim's death, 25 years later, officially classified as homicide.
- Injuries from 2000 shooting contributed to man's death last year.
- Family seeks justice as shooter remains unpunished after decades.
Nurlan John, who was paralyzed in a shooting in 2000, died last year, and his death has now been officially classified as a homicide. The Brooklyn man's passing was determined by the city's medical examiner to be a result of the gunshot wound he sustained over 25 years ago. The autopsy report indicated that the chest wound, thoracic spinal cord injuries, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease all contributed to his death.
John's family is grappling with this new information and is seeking justice. Two individuals were arrested following the 2000 shooting, but no one was ever indicted for the attack. The Brooklyn District Attorney's office has stated they are reviewing the case, but John's sister expressed frustration over the lack of answers and accountability for decades.
Despite his paralysis, John led a fulfilling life, working as a deejay and enjoying time with friends and family. He managed to remain active and social, even with a bullet still inside him. His family hopes that the reclassification of his death will lead to justice for the original crime.
