Double murder in New York: They were shot in the head at their home.

Blood‑Pumping Incident in East Harlem

The armed attack that took place in the East Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan, New York, resulted in two deaths. On the evening of Thursday, November 5, a 55‑year‑old woman and a 66‑year‑old man were killed by gunshots to the head.

The New York Police Department (NYPD) responded around 8:30 p.m. on Second Avenue to a 911 call from an address near East 104th Street. Police who arrived at the scene found two people in an apartment on the building's 14th floor shot with firearms.

Victims' Identities Have Been Released

According to police records, the deceased were identified as 55‑year‑old Elsa Espina‑Espinal and 66‑year‑old Wilgen Elias Severino‑Tatis. BothIt was determined that both victims were shot in the head.

The medical teams dispatched to the scene determined that both individuals had died. According to information relayed by CBS New York, Espina‑Espinal was working as a home‑care assistant for Severino‑Tatis.

Reason for the Attack Still Unknown

Detectives are trying to determine how the attack that caused the deaths of the two people unfolded and what the motive behind it was. No weapons were found at the scene. Police have not yet issued a definitive statement about the suspect or the possible motive.

So far, no arrests or detentions related to the incident have taken place. While the investigation continues, officials are working to shed light on the background of the attack.

Neighborhood Residents Alarmed

The double death caused great sorrow and concern among those living in the building. A neighbor, Cindy Rosa, described the deceased male resident as friendly, respectful, and good‑hearted.

Rosa said that after the events, neighborhood residents should take more care of one another. The building's assistant manager, Shamey Muniz, said the incident had deeply shaken them, stressing the importance of reassuring residents about security.

Police Asked the Public for Help

New York police asked anyone with information about the incident to contact authorities. Tips can be reported by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) via the NYPD Crime Stoppers line. Spanish tips can be submitted by calling 1-888-57-PISTA (74782).

Citizens can also share information by visiting NYPD's Crime Stoppers website or by sending a direct message to the @NYPDTips account on the X platform. Officials said all tips would remain confidential.