Suffolk Police Probe Fatal Shooting in Wyandanch

Authorities Said Eric Brooks Was Shot in the Chest

Reported by Jackie Shutack. Posted on: May 10, 2012, 5:02 pm. Last update: May. 11, 2012, 8:39 am.
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WYANDANCH — Suffolk County police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at North 22nd Street near Nicolls Road late Wednesday night. According to investigators, 35-year-old Eric Brooks was shot in the chest while he was in the backyard of a home. He was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip where officials said he was later pronounced dead. Brooks leaves behind an 18-year-old daughter and a 2-year-old grandson.

Police said no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.