New York, Mendel ‘Mendy’ Steiner, a 32-year-old Hasidic real estate investor and philanthropist from Brooklyn, was discovered deceased in a room at the luxurious Aman New York hotel on West 57th Street. Authorities believe the cause of death to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The incident came to light on Thursday, January 8th, when emergency services responded to a call at approximately 1:45 p.m. Steiner was found with a fatal head wound and was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS.
A spokesperson for the Aman Hotel stated, “This afternoon, emergency services were called and responded to an incident in a room involving a guest. We are fully cooperating with emergency responders and will not comment further.” The hotel, known for its opulence, sits at the intersection of Fifth Avenue, a testament to the high-profile nature of Steiner’s life.
While the police have not officially named the deceased, social media and community sources have identified him as Mendy Steiner. An X post from
@THEREALJEW613 read, “Mendy Steiner, a Hasidic real estate investor from New York, was found dead in a New York hotel room…His death is currently under investigation.”
Steiner was widely respected not only for his real estate investments but also for his significant contributions to various Jewish institutions and causes. His philanthropy touched many lives, supporting education, community services, and special initiatives.
Following his death, a funeral service, or Levaye, was held Thursday night at Shomre Hadas. His burial, or Kevurah, was scheduled for Friday night at Har Shulem in Airmont. Steiner leaves behind his wife, Dini Steiner.
The circumstances surrounding his death are still under investigation, and while the community mourns, details about his personal wealth remain undisclosed. This tragic event has sparked discussions on mental health and the pressures faced by even the most successful individuals in high-stakes environments like New York’s real estate market.