NYPD: Man arrested, charged with murder for fatal Tremont deli shooting

Police say the victim was likely a bystander in an armed robbery gone wrong that took place at 851 East Tremont Ave.

Adolfo Carrion

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Apr 17, 2024, 9:25 PM

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Updated 248 days ago

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Schward Bee, 31, is now facing charges of murder, robbery and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon in connection to this incident.

Police say that Barnes was shot and killed at a deli early on March 31. They say that Barnes was likely a bystander in an armed robbery gone wrong that took place at 851 East Tremont Ave.

According to the NYPD, Bee allegedly entered the store with a firearm and attempted to remove property from someone. During the dispute, Bee discharged his gun and struck Barnes in the right thigh. Barnes died hours after the shooting.