Harlem Court Shooting Shakes Community | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 12, 2026 · 1m

A Harlem basketball tournament turned deadly Friday night when a shooting left one man dead and two injured, shattering the community’s hopes for a night of sport and togetherness. Kinu Rochford, a former collegiate and overseas pro player, father, and advocate for homeless families, was fatally shot on the court in the Martin Luther King Jr. NYCHA development. Residents are reeling, fearing for their safety and the future of youth sports. Tournament organizers and city officials have condemned the violence and pledged to restore safety, while community groups rally against gun violence and…