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Two Stabbed Near Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue Station as Police Hunt Four Suspects

Detectives launched a search for a group of men following the recovery of a weapon near the scene.

Overview

  • The attack happened around 6:45 p.m. Monday near the Queens transit hub, according to police.
  • The victims, a 16-year-old and a 24-year-old, were stabbed in the back and taken to Elmhurst Hospital in stable condition.
  • NYPD said the assailants wore dark clothing, and police sources described black ski masks.
  • A weapon was recovered nearby as the investigation continued.
  • No arrests have been made, and authorities asked for tips through Crime Stoppers.