HEMPSTEAD, NY – The Nassau County Police Department Homicide Squad has announced an arrest in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at approximately 10:50 p.m. in Hempstead.
According to detectives, officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the area of Willow Avenue and Kennedy Avenue. When officers arrived, they discovered three victims suffering from gunshot wounds. A 19-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene by a Northwell paramedic. Two male victims, both 20 years old, were taken to a nearby hospital, where they were reported to be in stable condition.
Investigators later identified the deceased woman as Amira McCleod, 19, of Queens, New York. Police did not immediately release details regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting, and the investigation continued in the days following the incident.
As part of the ongoing case, Homicide Squad detectives have now arrested Jacob McMillan, 18, of Wales Avenue in Baldwin. McMillan is accused of firing the shots that killed McCleod and injured the two men.
He is charged with Murder in the Second Degree, Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, and Burglary in the Second Degree. McMillan is scheduled to be arraigned on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at First District Court, 99 Main Street, Hempstead.
Detectives continue to urge anyone with information about the shooting to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers remain anonymous.
Key Facts & Details
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Incident Date & Time | November 22, 2025 at 10:50 p.m. |
| Incident Location | Willow Avenue and Kennedy Avenue, Hempstead |
| Initial Police Response | Officers responded to a ShotSpotter notification |
| Victims | Three total: one female (19) deceased; two males (20) hospitalized in stable condition |
| Deceased Victim | Amira McCleod, 19, of Queens |
| Suspect Arrested | Jacob McMillan, 18, of Baldwin |
| Charges | Murder 2nd Degree; Attempted Murder 2nd Degree; Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd Degree (two counts); Burglary 2nd Degree |
| Arresting Unit | Nassau County Police Department Homicide Squad |
| Arraignment | Scheduled for December 3, 2025 at First District Court, Hempstead |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing; detectives seeking public tips |
| Tip Line | Nassau County Crime Stoppers: 1-800-244-TIPS (anonymous) |
