Keymel Washington
On Tuesday, March 4th, 2025, at approximately 3:35 PM, members of the Yonkers Police Department responded to the area of 326 Walnut Street on a report of two males shot outside the location. Upon arrival, officers located a 39-year-old male with a gunshot wound to his torso. First Responders rendered medical aid and transported him to a local trauma center with significant internal injuries. Other responding officers immediately began canvassing the surrounding area for witnesses and suspects. A second 31-year-old male victim sustained a gunshot wound to his face and was privately transported to a local hospital, where he was subsequently stabilized and transferred to a trauma center for treatment of serious facial injuries.
Detectives from the Major Case Squad, in conjunction with the Digital Forensics Unit, and Crime Scene Unit, responded to the scene and interviewed witnesses, recovered surveillance video, and processed ballistic and forensic evidence. Preliminary findings indicate that a brief verbal altercation between other uninvolved parties and the victims preceded the shooting. The suspect then produced a handgun and fired two shots, striking both victims, before fleeing the scene on foot towards Elm Street.
Detectives quickly identified a person of interest, and over the next several days worked to build a case in support of criminal charges and arrest. The suspect was identified as KEYMEL WASHINGTON, a 23-year-old resident of Yonkers. Despite initial unsuccessful attempts to locate him, the Yonkers Police Department disseminated information about Washington through news and social media channels. This public outreach ultimately led to Washington surrendering to the Yonkers Police Detective Division on Monday, March 10, 2025. WASHINGTON was arraigned on two counts of Attempted Murder in the 2nd Degree, one count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the 2nd Degree, and two counts of Reckless Endangerment in the 1st Degree in Yonkers City Court. Bail was set at $50,000 cash/$100,000 bond. Following his arraignment, WASHINGTON was transferred to Westchester County Jail.
Mayor Mike Spano stated, “It’s time New York State gives us the resources and tools to enhance public safety. Gun violence does not discriminate and it’s crippling cities across the country.”
Commissioner Chris Sapienza stated, “The swift response and thorough investigation by our members, coupled with the cooperation of the community, resulted in the apprehension of a dangerous individual. This arrest underscores our commitment to ensuring the safety of our residents and sending a clear message that gun violence will not be tolerated in Yonkers.”
In response to recent incidents, and under the direction of Mayor Mike Spano, the Yonkers Police Department has increased motor and foot patrols in targeted areas of the city. Residents and community members can expect to see a strengthened presence of both uniformed and plainclothes officers actively engaged in proactive public safety initiatives.
The case is being prosecuted by the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office. Additional information may be released as it becomes available.
