Queens Bodega Stabbing Prompts Renewed Security Funding Calls

Bodega owners urge state and federal action after fatal stabbing highlights ongoing violence and safety concerns.

A man was fatally stabbed inside a Queens bodega on Saturday night, marking the second homicide of the year in the area.
United Bodegas of America calls for expedited state funding for security measures, including panic buttons and cameras.
Governor Hochul had previously announced a $5 million tax credit program for small business security upgrades, but funds have yet to be released.
Bodega owners emphasize their role as community centers and their need for better protection against increasing violence.
Police are still investigating the incident, with no arrests made and the suspect at large.