Beloved Brooklyn grandmother Angelina Renita Parker shot and killed outside her home on Thanksgiving; person of interest arrested

Police have apprehended a person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of a beloved grandmother in Brooklyn on Thanksgiving. Danny Daniel, 61, was arrested in Greenville, South Carolina, on Tuesday for allegedly shooting Angelina Renita Parker in the neck outside her home in the Brevoort Houses in Bedford-Stuyvesant.

The 69-year-old victim was discovered lying on the ground outside her residence shortly before 11 p.m. on Thursday. Neighbors followed a trail of blood, leading them to the side of her Bainbridge Street building. Parker, affectionately known as “Nita,” had lived in the Brevoort Houses her entire life and her tragic death has left family, friends, and neighbors in shock.

Her grieving mother, Mary Parker, 89, expressed her devastation at the senseless loss. She described her daughter as a kind and loving person who was always ready to help others. Mary Parker also revealed that she was unfamiliar with the suspect.

The deceased was not only a mother and grandmother of four, but also a teacher at a local daycare center. She held a revered position within the community, and her presence will be sorely missed.

According to authorities, Daniel was swiftly identified as a suspect but managed to flee the area following the shooting. While he has not yet been formally charged, his arrest brings hope that justice will be served for Parker’s family and loved ones.

The arrest serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence on communities. As the investigation progresses, residents of the Brevoort Houses and beyond anxiously await more information about the motive behind the tragic incident.

The loss of Angelina Renita Parker has left a void in the hearts of those who knew her. Her memory will forever be cherished, and her untimely death serves as a stark reminder of the need for peace and safety within our neighborhoods.