Deadly Stabbing in Lower Manhattan
Teenager Killed, Another Seriously Injured in Stabbing Attack
One teenager is dead and another was seriously injured in a Lower Manhattan stabbing on Thursday night carried out by a group of attackers allegedly because they did not speak English, law enforcement sources said.
Details of the Incident
The bloodshed occurred at about 7:35 p.m. in front of 17 John St. in the Financial District. According to police sources, a group of three men approached the two victims – a 17-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man – and asked them if they spoke English. When the two victims said they did not speak English, cops said, the group of men went on the attack – stabbing the 17-year-old victim in the torso and the 18-year-old in the left arm.
Witness Account
"I saw it like 20 seconds after it happened," said one witness, 23-year-old Javier Pau. "I’m pretty sure they were stabbing and walking, like on the way here, and then next thing I know, I saw the kid and he was covered in blood."
Investigation
Officers from the 1st Precinct responded to the incident. EMS rushed both victims to Bellevue Hospital, where the 17-year-old was pronounced dead; police have not yet released his identity, pending family notification. The 18-year-old victim is expected to survive.
Police Investigation
So far, no arrests have been made in the ongoing investigation, police said. It is not yet clear if the case is being investigated as a hate crime.
Police Urge Public’s Help
Police urge anyone with information about the deadly stabbing to 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.
Conclusion
The incident has left the community shaken, and police are working to identify the suspects and bring them to justice. As the investigation continues, it is essential to remember the importance of respect and understanding towards people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What happened in the stabbing incident?
A: A group of three men allegedly attacked two teenagers, a 17-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man, in front of 17 John St. in Lower Manhattan, stabbing them because they did not speak English.
Q: How many people were injured?
A: Two teenagers were injured, one of whom died, and the other is expected to survive.
Q: Are the police investigating the case as a hate crime?
A: It is not yet clear if the case is being investigated as a hate crime.
Q: How can I report information about the incident?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA), submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
