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BROOKLYN, N.Y. - A Brooklyn assault reported in late November has now turned into a homicide investigation after the victim died from his injuries weeks later.
Assault reported in November
Police responded around 12:16 p.m. on Nov. 24, 2025, to a 911 call reporting an assault in front of 5818 Avenue T, within the 63rd Precinct.
Officers found a 73-year-old man unconscious and unresponsive with head trauma. He was transported by EMS to One Brooklyn Health–Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center in critical condition.
Victim dies from injuries
On Dec. 14, 2025, the man died from his injuries.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has ruled the death a homicide.
Police identified the victim as Anthony Finale, 73, of Brooklyn.
Suspect previously arrested
As part of the ongoing investigation, police arrested Marvin Bonilla, 31, of Brooklyn, on Dec. 1, 2025, within the confines of the 63rd Precinct.
He was charged with two counts of assault.
Authorities have not yet announced whether additional charges will be filed following the victim’s death.
The Source: This article was written using information provided by the New York Police Department.