New York City police are investigating a tragic balcony incident that left a mother dead and her infant daughter critically injured in the Bronx. The NYPD identified 23‑year‑old Nathaly Ramirez and her 8‑month‑old daughter after they were found outside their apartment building at 2550 Olinville Avenue early Tuesday morning.
Details of the fall
According to NYPD statements, both Ramirez and her daughter fell from a 15th‑floor balcony. Investigators believe Ramirez tightly embraced her daughter during the fall, likely cushioning the infant from the impact, as reported by ABC7 NY. Neighbors heard a desperate plea moments before the incident, with one resident recalling Ramirez screaming, “Please don’t do this!”
Police response and investigation
Officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 3:38 a.m. They found Ramirez and her daughter with injuries consistent with a high‑rise fall. Emergency medical personnel rushed the infant to a hospital in critical condition, while Ramirez was transported to a hospital where she was later pronounced dead.
The department later confirmed that both individuals had been pushed from the balcony. Detectives have identified Angel Carrasco, 31, as a person of interest and released an image of him on Wednesday. The NYPD has not disclosed Carrasco’s relationship to Ramirez, nor have any charges been filed.
Background and community concerns
Sources told FOX 5 that Ramirez and Carrasco had a history of domestic violence, and police had responded to the apartment multiple times. A neighbor who lives two doors down recounted an incident in January when a man attempted to force his way into Ramirez’s apartment, kicking down the door.
Another resident, identified only as Mike, said, “He was kicking the door down trying to get into the apartment.” The community expressed shock and grief, with many recalling frequent yelling from the unit over the years.
Call for information
Police have asked anyone with information about Carrasco’s whereabouts to contact Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑577‑TIPS or submit a tip online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org. The investigation remains ongoing.
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