Demitri McKay Obituary: Queens Community Mourns 29-Year-Old Killed in Kew Gardens Shooting
The community of Queens, New York, is mourning the tragic loss of Demitri McKay, a 29-year-old resident of Queens Village, who was fatally shot in the early hours of Tuesday, March 24, 2026, in Kew Gardens.
According to the New York Police Department, officers responded to a 911 call around 1:35 a.m. reporting an assault at Hangar 11 Bar and Restaurant on Metropolitan Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered McKay suffering from a gunshot wound inside the establishment.
Emergency responders transported him to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.
Authorities confirmed that the shooting took place within the venue, sending shockwaves through the typically მშვიდ 102nd Precinct. This incident marks only the second homicide recorded in the precinct this year, raising concerns among residents.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the suspect remains at large. Investigators continue to canvass the area, review surveillance footage, and gather evidence. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
Demitri McKay’s untimely death has left family, friends, and loved ones devastated. Remembered for the impact he had on those around him, his passing at such a young age is a heartbreaking loss to the community.
Funeral arrangements have not yet been announced. As loved ones grieve, the memory of Demitri McKay will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew him.