Hooligan whose alleged gunfight led to death of Harlem community pillar ‘Momma Zee’ was out on bail in slashing case

Source: New York Post

A hooligan whose reckless gunfight allegedly led to the tragic death of beloved Harlem community pillar Excenia Mette was out on bail in a slashing case when the senseless shooting unfolded, The Post has learned. Darious Smith, 23, pulled a white Tyvek suit over his face as he was pushed in a wheelchair into a Manhattan courthouse Thursday to face charges of attempted murder and criminal possession of a firearm for Mette’s death. Sources said Smith is believed to have exchanged shots with the still-at-large gunman whose stray bullet hit Mette in the head as she selflessly rushed outside to check on her grandson Tuesday night.