Man shot in Bronx while girlfriend watched was innocent bystander, according to reports.
A tragic incident unfolded in the Bronx, where 39-year-old Klint “Jason” French was fatally shot in the head outside a homeless shelter, as reported by law enforcement officials. The shocking details emerged following the arraignment of 18-year-old Iyahni McIntosh, who faces charges including murder and manslaughter.
The shooting occurred around 6:50 p.m. on a Tuesday evening outside the Sammon Build Center shelter located on Grand Avenue, near West 190th Street. French, who was an innocent bystander, had just exited the building where his girlfriend, Katorah Davis, resides. According to the criminal complaint, McIntosh allegedly fired multiple rounds from a 9mm handgun, striking French and causing his immediate death.
Davis expressed her disbelief and heartbreak over the senseless nature of the shooting, revealing that French had traveled from Brooklyn, specifically to pick her up, and was not familiar with the area. She highlighted the confusion surrounding the motive, as it remains unclear whom McIntosh was targeting when he pulled the trigger.
Eyewitness accounts portray a harrowing scene. Davis, visibly distraught, was recorded pleading with police to avoid touching French’s body. As medical responders arrived, she was captured on video, overwhelmed by grief during the tragic aftermath. Reports indicate that McIntosh fired at least seven shots, many directed at point-blank range, and continued to shoot even after French had fallen to the ground.
After firing the shots, McIntosh fled the scene but was apprehended nearby shortly thereafter. Authorities later recovered the discarded firearm, which still contained twelve rounds in its magazine. Following his arrest, McIntosh made a court appearance where he pleaded not guilty to the charges. His mother attended the arraignment, visibly affected by the gravity of the situation, as her son was remanded without bail.
A witness to the shooting recounted the incident, stating that McIntosh approached French and shot him multiple times, escalating the violence even after French had collapsed. This unnecessary loss of life has left the community in shock, raising concerns about violence in public spaces.
As the investigation continues, the tragic shooting serves as a reminder of the pressing issues surrounding gun violence and the profound impacts it has on families and communities. The court proceedings for McIntosh are expected to unfold in the coming weeks as authorities seek justice for the senseless death of Klint French.
