Peekskill Police are investigating what they way was a gang-related attack of a 39 year old Peekskill resident that occurred around 1:45 a.m. on May 15. Police say the brutal attack occurred in front of the victim's home on Nelson Avenue. Police Chief Eugene Tumolo says the attack was without provocation and resulted in severe head injuries and a significant loss of blood.
The victim, who has not been identified, was taken to Westchester Medical Center for treatment of his injuries. Under arrest are 18 year old Keith Walker and 23 year old Jarron Sligh, both of Peekskill. They were charged with First Degree Gang Assault and are being held without bail at the Westchester County jail . Police say more arrests are imminent in the case.