Woman Dead, Infant Critical After Bronx Balcony Fall
Police are investigating a fatal incident where a woman and her infant daughter were allegedly pushed from a 15th-floor balcony in the Bronx early Tuesday morning.
Police are investigating a fatal incident where a woman and her infant daughter were allegedly pushed from a 15th-floor balcony in the Bronx early Tuesday morning.
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A 23-year-old woman died and her 8-month-old daughter is in critical condition with severe head trauma following an incident early Tuesday morning. The New York City Police Department stated that both were pushed from a 15th-floor balcony of an apartment building on Olinville and Allerton avenues.
Officers responded to a 911 call around 3:38 a.m. and found the woman and her infant daughter with serious injuries. The woman was pronounced dead at Jacobi Hospital. While police have not officially released her name, neighbors identified her as Nathaly Ramirez.
Authorities are searching for a man in his 30s with a ponytail, last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt, who they believe may be connected to the incident. Several residents indicated the man matches the description of the victim's boyfriend, though police are still investigating their relationship and have not named a suspect.
Neighbors reported hearing screaming around the time of the incident. One resident recalled Ramirez mentioning serious arguments with her boyfriend in the past, including instances where their dog was put on the balcony. Police are also looking into whether there is a documented history of domestic violence between the two.
FAQ
What happened at the Bronx apartment building?
A woman died and her infant daughter was critically injured after they were allegedly pushed from a 15th-floor balcony.
Who is the suspect?
Police are searching for a man in his 30s and are investigating his relationship with the victim, but no suspect has been publicly identified.
