A man who was known for shoplifting made a shocking outburst, yelling, “I can kill y’all,” just before he was fatally stabbed by a CVS employee in a Times Square store. This incident involves Scotty Enoe, whose trial is currently hearing testimonies regarding the chaotic events leading up to the attack by Charles Brito, a homeless individual who stormed into the store back in July 2023.
During the trial, Katrina Rivera, the training manager at CVS, recounted the alarming moment that Brito threatened everyone in the store. She described how he seemed to feel invincible, saying that he could do whatever he wanted and that he was willing to fight anyone who intervened.
Enoe, aged 48, has been charged with murder, claiming that he acted in self-defense. Brito, known to frequently steal from local shops, initiated a physical confrontation with Enoe, attacking him during the escalating situation.
Rivera testified about another instance where Brito became aggressive, trying to open a cooler, prompting two female employees to intervene. The store had become a battleground; people were shouting and a sense of chaos permeated the air.
Prosecutors allege that Enoe, in response to the assault, took out a small folding knife and stabbed Brito multiple times, causing fatal injuries. Witnesses indicated that Brito did not directly attack the female employees, even as he was aggressive during his confrontation with Enoe, who ultimately defended himself against the onslaught.
Defense attorney Frank Rothman pressed a witness about whether Brito’s threats continued throughout the conflict, affirming that they did. Another witness, Holness, expressed her fear of working late shifts at CVS, citing concerns about potential violence from customers.
Enoe currently faces a bail of $100,000 and could be looking at a 25-year sentence if found guilty. The jury is expected to start deliberations soon, weighing whether Enoe’s actions were a reasonable means of self-defense to protect himself and the employees involved.
A security guard present during the incident testified that his role was limited to observing and reporting, not physically intervening in crimes. Discussions arose about the lack of options available to protect the store’s staff during such volatile situations.
During the trial, the judge reviewed evidence including images showing Enoe’s injuries sustained during the encounter. Eyewitnesses described the intense struggle, with Brito holding Enoe while hitting him, illustrating the chaotic nature of their altercation.
