Fundraiser For Funeral Of 19-Year-Old Killed In Spring Valley

SPRING VALLEY, NY — A GoFundMe campaign has been started to help cover funeral expenses for Tyriiq Seward, identified as the man killed on Memorial Day in Spring Valley.

"The Seward family is raising funds for our beloved Tyriiq Seward," his cousin Natassia Seward wrote on GoFundMe. "He was murdered on Monday, May 31st, 2021, in Spring Valley, NY."

The 19-year-old South Caroline resident is the son of Sharon Seward, the youngest of six children, uncle to seven nieces and nephews, and leaves behind a host of relatives, she said. "We are all devastated by Tyriiq’s loss and were not prepared for the high cost of a funeral service. Any amount you can donate to help give him a proper farewell is greatly appreciated. Your contributions will help us cover a casket, basic service fees, body preparation, funeral ceremony, and transportation. Thank you and blessings to you and yours!"

An officer on patrol on Crispus Attucks Road heard multiple gunshots at 9:50 p.m. Monday. Police who converged on the scene found Seward in the roadway on Rose Avenue.

The former Spring Valley resident had been shot several times. Streets in the neighborhood were closed for hours during a police manhunt and investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Spring Valley Police Department at 845-356-7400, or email tips@villagespringvalley.org.

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