Police look for killer of dollar van driver in Brooklyn

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A tragic incident in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, has left a community reeling after a 25-year-old dollar van driver was shot and killed during a dispute with another driver. The victim was shot in the arm and subsequently died at Kings County Hospital, prompting a police investigation. Neighbors reported seeing detectives collect evidence from the crime scene, where a bullet hole was found in the driver’s side window of the van. Witnesses expressed fear about the safety of dollar vans, highlighting that such violence could deter customers from using the service. This shooting, occurring in broad daylight on a Sunday, raises serious concerns about public safety and the environment drivers and passengers face.

Investigators are currently reviewing surveillance footage to track the suspect's escape. While the specific cause of the argument remains unknown, sources suggest that there was a history of conflict between the two drivers. The community is calling for increased safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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