Man killed in shooting near Astoria Park pool in Queens

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Sunday, February 1, 2015
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ASTORIA (WABC) -- Police are investigating a deadly shooting at a popular park in Queens.

Investigators say a man was found Saturday afternoon near the Astoria Park pool on 19th Street lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to the head.

The 42-year old victim was pronounced dead at Elmhurst Hospital.

Neighbors say police told them the victim was not robbed.

Police have made no arrests.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at http://WWW.NYPDCRIMESTOPPERS.COM or by texting their tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter TIP577.