Final, heartbreaking words of NYC deli worker as he bled to death in his bother’s arms

Abdul Saleh, a beloved deli worker at Sal’s Deli and Grocery in Alphabet City, tragically lost his life in a senseless act of violence. The 28-year-old father of two had just returned from a trip to Yemen to visit his wife and young children, a 3-year-old daughter, and a 2-year-old son. He had met his son for the first time during this trip, making his untimely death even more heartbreaking.

On the night of the incident, a known troublemaker, Kavone Horton, entered the family-run store where Saleh was working. Horton, who had a history of stealing from the store and harassing its employees, got into an argument that escalated into a fatal shooting outside the bodega. Saleh was shot in the torso and passed away at Bellevue Hospital, leaving behind his grieving family and community.

In his final moments, Saleh pleaded with his brother to take care of his children, a heart-wrenching request that highlighted the love and devotion he had for his family. The tragic event has left a deep impact on those who knew Saleh, with a memorial set up outside the deli in his honor.

Despite the deli workers’ efforts to report Horton’s menacing behavior to the police, the altercation turned deadly, resulting in Saleh’s untimely death. Horton has since been charged with murder, manslaughter, and weapons possession in connection with the shooting.

The loss of Abdul Saleh has sent shockwaves through the East Village community, as they mourn the loss of a kind and hardworking individual. His family, friends, and coworkers are left grappling with the senseless violence that took him away too soon. As they seek justice for Saleh, they remember him for his dedication to his family and his commitment to his work at the deli.