Deadly Queens Stabbing: Arrest Made After Teenager Slain near McDonald’s Restaurant
Queens Detectives Charge 14-Year-Old in Fatal Stabbing
Queens detectives have charged a 14-year-old boy in a deadly stabbing on Friday afternoon that claimed another teenager’s life.
Fatal Stabbing Occurred at McDonald’s Restaurant
Police said the fatal stabbing occurred around 3:30 p.m. on February 14 at the McDonald’s restaurant located at 38th Street and Queens Boulevard in Sunnyside.
Altercation Started Inside McDonald’s, Spilled onto the Street
The teenager, Julian Corniell, 14, of 159th Street in South Jamaica, Queens, and reportedly a student of Hillcrest High School, got into a fight with several other teens at the fast-food restaurant. The altercation may have started inside the McDonald’s and spilled onto the street, police sources said.A teenager was fatally stabbed near the McDonald’s on Queens Boulevard and 38th Street in Sunnyside, Queens on February 14, 2025.Photo via Google Maps
Victim Declared Dead at Weill Cornell Medical Center
According to police, Corniell was stabbed multiple times in the abdomen and was rushed to Weill Cornell Medical Center in critical condition, where he was later declared dead.
Police Found Knife Near the Scene
Officers from the 108th Precinct responded to the scene. A knife was found near the scene, though authorities have not confirmed if it is the murder weapon.
Council Member Extends Condolences to the Victim’s Family
Council Member Julie Won, whose office is located near the scene, issued a statement extending condolences to the victim’s family.
Investigation Ongoing, Suspects in Custody
“Condolences to the family of the 14-year-old from Hillcrest High School who was stabbed on 38th Street and Queens Boulevard near our district office,” Won’s statement read. “As of this afternoon, the local precinct has two suspects in custody. Investigations into this situation are ongoing. My office will continue to follow up and provide updates.”
Suspect Charged with First-Degree Gang Assault
On Saturday, the NYPD announced that a suspect in the case, a 14-year-old boy whose name was withheld due to his age, had been charged with first-degree gang assault. Additional charges may be pending the results of the ongoing investigation.
Conclusion
The deadly stabbing at the McDonald’s restaurant in Queens has left the community shaken and grieving. The suspect, a 14-year-old boy, has been charged with first-degree gang assault, and the investigation is ongoing. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family and friends during this difficult time.
FAQs
* Where did the fatal stabbing occur? The stabbing occurred at the McDonald’s restaurant located at 38th Street and Queens Boulevard in Sunnyside, Queens.
* Who was the victim? The victim was Julian Corniell, 14, a student of Hillcrest High School.
* What was the motive behind the stabbing? The motive is still unknown, but it is believed to have started as a dispute between the victim and several other teens at the McDonald’s restaurant.
* Are there any suspects in custody? Yes, two suspects are in custody, including a 14-year-old boy who has been charged with first-degree gang assault.
