Grandmother, 61, shot to death in Harlem: sources

Vigil held for Harlem community leader killed by stray bullet; hailed as ‘pillar of the community’

An emotional vigil that drew family, friends and community activists was held Wednesday for a beloved Harlem grandmother, businesswoman and community leader killed by a stray bullet in the crossfire of a shooting. The vigil took place near the home of Excenia Mette, 61, who was gunned down Tuesday night trying to make sure her grandson was safe amid a senseless brawl. According to cops, Mette, while inside Tamara’s Beauty Bar, a salon on Lenox A…

Memorial held for 'pillar of community' after shooting

For weeks, the family of Excenia Mette say they cautioned her about stepping in to de-escalate violence outside her Harlem home.

61-year-old grandmother killed in Harlem crossfire, police say

Police are investigating after a 61-year-old grandmother was shot and killed in Harlem after being caught in a crossfire. Mayor Adams condemned the shooting, as police say they have a person of interest in custody.

Innocent NYC woman fatally shot in the head moments after stepping out of her apartment building into crossfire

An innocent 61-year-old woman was fatally shot coming out of her Harlem apartment building Tuesday night after two men opened fire on each other, police sources said.

61-year-old bystander killed in Harlem shooting, NYPD says

The woman was on the sidewalk on Malcolm X Boulevard when gunfire erupted, according to police.

61-year-old woman fatally shot in the head in Harlem

Police say it appears the 61-year-old victim came outside of her building after hearing the shots that were fired in what seems to be a dispute between two groups.