Crime & Safety
UPDATE: Mount Vernon Nightclub Shooting Leaves Owner Dead
The shooting took place at Mount Vernon's Mansion Nightclub.

UPDATE: The Mount Vernon Police Department is confirming one death as of 9:50 p.m. on Sunday, December 25, 2016 in the shooting at the Mansion located at 4 North Third Avenue in Mount Vernon, said Mayor Richard Thomas in a press release.
Oneil Bandoo, the owner of the Mansion, sustained fatal injuries, the mayor said.
“It's a dark day in the city and we are all grieving," the mayor said. "No one should ever have to endure this pain. Mr. Bandoo was a good man who was dedicated to uplifting and serving the people of Mount Vernon."
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MOUNT VERNON, NY — A shooting at a Mount Vernon nightclub early Christmas day turned fatal, killing one person.
At about 4:26 am, an individual fired multiple shots into the crowd at the Mansion, located at 4 North Third Avenue. The individual was apprehended by the Mount Vernon Police Department at the scene. The suspect is a career criminal from New York City, currently out on bail from a May 15th attempted murder charge in the Bronx. An extensive investigation is continuing.
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"Thank god that our police were on the scene and were able to apprehend the suspect," said Mayor Richard Thomas.
Thomas said a second victim who was previously reported to be deceased is recovering after extensive surgery at Jacobi Medical Center.
The remaining three victims of the shooting are in stable condition, he said Sunday night.
"We thank our public safety officers particularly our partners at Empress Ambulance who rapidly responded to administer aid, as well as our Fire Department who provided additional support. We also thank the Westchester District Attorney for being on hand to ensure a dose of Strong Justice will be served. Grief counselors will remain available to all who need an additional outlet for consolation. The scumbag that committed this brutal crime must be penalized to the fullest extent of the law."
Charges are pending.
Patch will update this story as more details become available.
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