Brooklyn resident Donna Hyman has been remembered as a “sweetheart” by a lifelong friend following her tragic death last Friday. Hyman, 58, passed away due to multiple stab wounds, while her son sustained critical injuries in the same attack which claimed her pet poodle’s life.
Key Takeaways:
– Donna Hyman, 58, was fatally stabbed, her son critically wounded, and her pet poodle Gigi found dead during an attack in her apartment.
– Hyman’s adult son, currently receiving medical treatment, is still to be questioned by detectives in the case.
– Lifelong friend, Ed Ferguson, remembers Hyman as a generous and caring woman who touched many lives.
Ed Ferguson, the 57-year-old friend who grew up with Hyman in Starrett City, paid tribute to the victim underlined that, “She was a beautiful person, she had a beautiful soul.”
A Brutal Attack Triggers Memories
Hyman and Ferguson shared memories in Starrett City, before she moved to another apartment within the same development, where she started her family. Recalling their friendship, Ferguson stated, “We were all really good friends, a lot of us. We were all close knit.”
The gruesome incident unfolded when cops responded to a 911 call on Friday around 7 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered Gigi, Hyman’s pet poodle, dead outside her apartment building located on Hornell Loop near Pennsylvania Ave.
Gruesome Details Emerge During Investigation
Inside the building, a critically injured 36-year-old man was found. Officers later discovered Hyman’s lifeless body at her 11th floor apartment, succumbing to multiple stab wounds. Hyman’s neighbors reveal that she resided with her adult son, whose frequent arguments over her dog’s ceaseless barking had been a cause of concern.
Elizabeth Gonzalez, a 47-year-old resident, noted that disputes could have been over the dog’s barking habits. She said, “I remember when we would pass by her apartment, the dog would bark a lot.” However, police and detectives are yet to question Hyman’s son, who is currently undergoing medical treatment after the incident.
Complications in Investigation Procedure
As of Monday evening, no arrests have been reported in relation to this case. Ferguson reminisced about Hyman, revealing that her friends used to fondly call her “Teena Marie”. His account painted a picture of a generous and well-liked woman.
“She was very giving, very caring,” Ferguson said. “I’ve seen Donna upset, but I’ve never seen her fight or argue with anybody.” Despite the frequent quarrels between Hyman and her son regarding Gigi, it was clear to Ferguson that Hyman shared a special bond with her pet, “That dog, she loved that dog.”
Community Reacts to Tragic Incident
Philanthropist Patricia Ann Montalbano-Piazza conveyed her condolences for Hyman, on a social media page dedicated to residents of Starrett City. “Rest in peace. I don’t know what to say,” she wrote.
Another resident, Wanda P. Cordero, paid her tribute by writing, “Sleep in Peace Donna and Gigi.”
As the investigation continues, Hyman’s sudden demise continues to haunt her friends, with Ferguson stating, “You’re going to bed thinking about it, waking up thinking about it.” Ferguson, who last saw Hyman less than a year back, expressed his desire to let her legacy live on, mentioning, “I want the word to get out about her legacy, all the people she touched.”