The NYPD have made an arrest in a 26-year-old murder case that took place in Morris Heights.

 

An NYPD spokesperson said, “On Feb. 5, 1996, police responded to a call of an unconscious female inside of 1706 Davidson Avenue in the confines of the 46 Precinct. Upon arrival, police discovered an unconscious 36-year-old female with trauma to the neck. The Medical Examiner deemed her death a homicide.”

 

Thanks to the relentless work of our Cold Case Squad, @NYPDDetectives were able to apprehend an individual responsible for the murder of Jasmine Porter in 1996. pic.twitter.com/MYos6nmP3s

— NYPD NEWS (@NYPDnews) August 8, 2022

They said the victim was identified as Jasmine Porter of 1706 Davidson Avenue, Bronx, NY.

 

On August 8 [2022] Gregory Fleetwood, 66, of 3507 Laconia Avenue in the Williamsbridge section of The Bronx was arrested and charged with murder in connection with the case.

 

We’ve reached out to the NYPD for more information on the latest developments in the case, and will update this story as we receive more information.

On February 5, 1996, 36-year-old Jasmine Porter was found murdered in the Bronx. Not once in 26 years did detectives waver in their pursuit of justice for Jasmine — and today their dedication led to an arrest. A job well done by the Bronx Homicide Task Force. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/8idv4Birix

— Commissioner Sewell (@NYPDPC) August 8, 2022

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