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Police Charge 17-Year-Old in Woodhaven Stabbing That Killed Student

Security video of the attack is guiding the investigation.

Overview

  • The arrested teen is charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon in the fatal slashing of 17-year-old Josue Argudo in Woodhaven, Queens.
  • Police say the suspect was taken into custody Saturday night and awaits arraignment in Queens Criminal Court.
  • Investigators are still seeking at least one other person in connection with the attack and are asking the public to submit tips to NYPD Crime Stoppers.
  • Surveillance footage and witnesses describe a masked assailant chasing Argudo and striking him, including in the neck, before the victim collapsed.
  • Reports indicate the confrontation may have started as a verbal dispute near a pizzeria, and local officials have urged community cooperation to help curb youth violence.