Double Stabbing in the Bronx Leaves Two Men Dead
Early Morning Violence
Two men were stabbed to death in the Bronx early on Sunday morning, police reported. The incident occurred at around 4:51 a.m. on October 13 in front of a shopping plaza at 1215 Stratford Avenue in Soundview.
Found Unconscious by Officers
Police officers from the 43rd Precinct responded to a 911 call and found the two victims, a 27-year-old man and a 24-year-old man, lying unconscious on the ground. The 27-year-old was found with stab wounds to the chest, while the 24-year-old was knifed in the abdomen. Both victims were rushed to Jacobi Hospital, where they later died.
Police Investigation Underway
The police have not released any information about a possible motive or a suspect’s description, and are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the double stabbing. The relationship between the two victims is also unclear. No arrests have been made in the ongoing investigation, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Ways to Report Information
If you have any information regarding the deadly stabbings, you can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
Recent Homicide Numbers in the 43rd Precinct
Through October 6, the 43rd Precinct has reported nine homicides, one less than the 10 tallied at the same point in 2023, according to the most recent CompStat report.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the location of the crime scene?
A: The crime scene is located in front of a shopping plaza at 1215 Stratford Avenue in Soundview, Bronx.
Q: How did the victims die?
A: The victims were stabbed in the chest and abdomen and died at Jacobi Hospital.
Q: Is there a suspect in custody?
A: No, there are no arrests made in the ongoing investigation.
Q: How can I report information about the crime?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS, submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
