On September 18, while two homeless men were sleeping outside a ShopRite in Brooklyn, they were violently attacked with metal pipes and a baseball bat by two assailants.
Jervin Jonas Ajpuac Cos, 38, sustained severe injuries during the assault, ultimately leading to his death weeks later in the hospital, classified as a homicide by officials.
The incident has drawn attention to the vulnerability of homeless individuals, highlighting their exposure to violence and the ongoing search for the suspects, Francisco Corocoj and Manuel Perez.
Despite surviving the initial attack, the other victim, a 42-year-old man, was left with significant injuries, raising concerns about safety in areas frequented by homeless individuals.
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