Gunman Killed by Off-Duty Cop at 344 Broome St. c. 1942 - 1969

Weegee, a renowned photographer known for his stark and often sensationalist depictions of New York City life, captured this photograph in the 1940s. Titled "Gunman Killed by Off-Duty Cop at 344 Broome St.", the image presents a raw and unflinching portrayal of a crime scene, showcasing a man lying dead on the sidewalk with a gun lying nearby. This photograph embodies Weegee's signature style of "direct photography", where he documented real-life events, often arriving at crime scenes before police or ambulances.