BROOKLYN, NY – A tragic event has shocked the Sunset Park community as the body of 15-year-old Nancy Zheng was discovered in the waters of New York Harbor near Brooklyn on Sunday morning. The New York Police Department (NYPD) responded to the scene at Bush Terminal Piers Park shortly before 8 a.m. on August 25, where they found Nancy’s body floating in the water.
Nancy Zheng, a resident of Sunset Park, lived just a few blocks away from where her body was recovered, intensifying the heartbreak felt by her family and neighbors. The circumstances surrounding her death remain unclear, leaving the community and her loved ones searching for answers.
Authorities have not yet disclosed how Nancy ended up in the water or whether she was deceased before her body was found. The cause of death is pending the results of an autopsy by the Medical Examiner’s office. Investigators are diligently working to piece together the events leading up to this tragic discovery.
The unexpected and mysterious death of such a young life has left the Sunset Park community in mourning. Residents are grappling with the shock of this tragedy and are eager for answers to how such an event could occur so close to home.
The NYPD has urged anyone with information related to Nancy Zheng’s death to come forward as the investigation continues. The authorities are determined to uncover the truth, whether foul play was involved or if her death was a tragic accident.
As the community unites in grief, they also stand in solidarity with Nancy’s family during this incredibly difficult time. The community remains focused on seeking justice for Nancy and honoring the memory of a life that ended far too soon. Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.