Estranged husband fatally guns down wife’s new beau in NYC burst of violence: cops

An unfortunate and tragic incident unfolded in Queens on Thursday night, as an estranged husband took the life of his wife’s new partner in a fit of violence. The victim, Antonio Cantor, aged 50, was fatally shot multiple times by Jose Centeno, aged 55, outside Cantor’s residence on 119th Street near 28th Avenue in College Point.

The shooting, which occurred around 10:30 p.m., left Cantor with grave injuries, and he was rushed to NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, where he tragically succumbed to his wounds. Police reported that Centeno, who is separated from his wife, initially fled the scene but later turned himself in at the 109th Precinct station house in the area around 2 a.m.

Centeno, who resides less than 2 miles from the crime scene, has been charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, as authorities are unsure if there was a confrontation between the two men or if Centeno ambushed Cantor. It is also uncertain if the woman at the center of the conflict witnessed the violent altercation.

The aftermath of the shooting left a chilling scene, with a trail of blood staining the sidewalk outside Cantor’s home. The community was left in shock and mourning as they grappled with the senseless violence that had occurred in their neighborhood.

As investigations continue into this tragic incident, the residents of College Point are left reeling from the impact of the violence that has shattered their sense of safety and security. The loss of Antonio Cantor serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic disputes turning deadly.