US-Based Nigerian Designer Sheriff Shittu Shot Dead in Brooklyn Nightclub Incident!
Reported by Mustapha Labake Omowumi (Journalist) | Sele Media Africa
A United States–based Nigerian fashion designer, Sheriff Shittu, has been fatally shot following a late-night altercation at a nightclub in Brooklyn, authorities in New York City have confirmed.
The 30-year-old designer was reportedly caught in a violent confrontation that escalated into gunfire, sending shockwaves through Nigerian diaspora communities and the fashion scene.
What Authorities Say
According to police briefings cited by local US media, the shooting occurred during a dispute inside the Brooklyn nightlife venue. Officers responding to emergency calls found Shittu with gunshot wounds.
He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Investigators say the suspected gunman fled the scene immediately after the incident and remains at large as of the latest updates. The New York Police Department has launched a manhunt and is appealing to the public for information.
Community Shock and Diaspora Reaction
News of the killing has sparked grief among members of the Nigerian community in the United States, with tributes emerging across social media platforms.
Friends and associates described Shittu as an emerging creative talent whose work was gaining recognition within diaspora fashion circles. His death adds to growing concerns about gun violence affecting nightlife districts in major US cities.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have not yet disclosed the identity of the suspect or confirmed the precise motive behind the altercation. Police say surveillance footage and witness statements are being reviewed as part of the ongoing homicide investigation.
Officials have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward.
Broader Context
The incident comes amid continued scrutiny of violent crime patterns in parts of New York City’s nightlife economy. While overall crime trends fluctuate year to year, isolated high-profile shootings often renew debate about security measures in entertainment venues.
For Nigerian professionals living abroad, the tragedy also highlights the vulnerabilities diaspora communities may face despite pursuing opportunities overseas.
Sele Media Africa will continue to monitor developments as the investigation progresses.
Sources
NBC New York
ABC7 New York
New York Post
Statements from the New York Police Department
Mustapha Labake Omowumi is a journalist from Ibadan, Oyo State, and a graduate of the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) in Economics and Mathematics. He demonstrates a strong commitment to professional journalism, with a keen interest in writing and storytelling, guided by principles of self-discipline, accuracy, and trustworthiness.
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