Introduction to the Incident

Police in the Bronx are searching for three people who stabbed a man in the head and face over the weekend after he told them not to pet his dogs.

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Details of the Incident

Police in the Bronx are searching for three people who allegedly stabbed a man in the head and face over the weekend after he told them not to pet his dogs. According to police sources, the disturbing incident occurred outside of 3391 Boston Road in Williamsbridge at around 2 a.m. on April 13 as a 32-year-old man was walking his two pit bulls along the sidewalk.

The Confrontation

Law enforcement sources said the group of three people — two women and a man — approached the pets and attempted to stroke them when the owner asked them not to touch them. This developed into an argument that escalated into an all-out assault. According to police sources, the disturbing incident occurred outside of 3391 Boston Road in Williamsbridge at around 2 a.m. on April 13 as a 32-year-old man was walking his two pit bulls along the sidewalk.
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Cops say the assailants rained down punches and kicks on the man before one of the assailants stabbed him in the face and head several times.

The Aftermath

As the attackers fled on foot in an unknown direction, the victim was left with a laceration from his ear to his mouth and several puncture wounds to his head. Officers from the 47th Precinct responded to the scene. EMS rushed him to Montefiore Medical Center, where he received about 14 stitches to his face. The dogs were unharmed.

Investigation and Appeal for Information

Investigators have released images of the suspects in hopes they will be recognized. Anyone with information regarding this incident 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.

Conclusion

The incident highlights the importance of respecting pet owners’ wishes regarding their animals and the potential consequences of escalating conflicts. It is crucial for the community to come forward with any information that might lead to the capture of the assailants.

FAQs

• Q: What happened to the dog owner?
  A: The dog owner was stabbed in the face and head after telling a group of people not to pet his pit bulls.
• Q: How many suspects are the police looking for?
  A: The police are looking for three suspects, two women and one man.
• Q: Where did the incident occur?
  A: The incident occurred outside of 3391 Boston Road in Williamsbridge, Bronx.
• Q: How can one provide information about the incident?
  A: One can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS or submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org.