Introduction to the Incident
Brooklyn homicide detectives are working to find the suspect who stabbed a man dead near the Barclays Center on Friday night.
Law enforcement sources said the bloodshed occurred near the corner of Atlantic and Flatbush Avenues in Park Slope at about 9:01 p.m. on March 14.
Officers from the 78th Precinct, in responding to a 911 call about the incident, found the victim — an unidentified adult male — stabbed multiple times in the abdomen.
FILE – Police investigate a murder scene
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Details of the Crime
Law enforcement sources said the bloodshed occurred near the corner of Atlantic and Flatbush Avenues in Park Slope at about 9:01 p.m. on March 14, 2025.
Law enforcement sources said the bloodshed occurred near the corner of Atlantic and Flatbush Avenues in Park Slope at about 9:01 p.m. on March 14, 2025.Photo via Google Maps
EMS rushed the victim to NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short time later. Police said the victim’s identity is pending at this time.
Investigation and Response
So far, no arrests have been made in the ongoing investigation, police said.
Anyone with information regarding the homicide 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.
Statistical Context
Through March 9, the 78th Precinct had not recorded a single murder this year, according to the most recent CompStat report.
Conclusion
The stabbing near the Barclays Center highlights the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in maintaining public safety. The community’s assistance in providing information is crucial in solving such crimes and bringing perpetrators to justice.
FAQs
Q: Where did the stabbing occur?
A: The stabbing occurred near the corner of Atlantic and Flatbush Avenues in Park Slope.
Q: What time did the incident happen?
A: The incident happened at about 9:01 p.m. on March 14.
Q: How can one provide information about the crime?
A: Information can be provided by calling Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS or submitting tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org.
Q: What is the current status of the investigation?
A: The investigation is ongoing, with no arrests made yet.
