Man Fatally Stabbed in Bronx Building, Person of Interest in Custody
Incident Details
A 32-year-old man was fatally stabbed inside a residential building in the Bronx on Sunday night, police said.
911 Call
Officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 10:42 p.m. on January 12 after receiving a report that a man had been stabbed at 494 East 138th Street, within the 40th Precinct.
Investigation
Upon arrival, authorities found the man with a stab wound to the chest. EMS transported him to NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln, where he was pronounced dead, according to officials.
Person of Interest in Custody
Police have taken a person of interest into custody, but no charges have been announced. The identity of the victim is being withheld pending notification of family members.
Investigation Ongoing
The investigation is ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
Conclusion
The incident is a tragic reminder of the violence that can occur in our communities. The police are working hard to bring those responsible to justice, and we urge anyone with information to come forward and help them in their investigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where did the incident occur?
- 494 East 138th Street, Bronx
- When was the incident reported?
- January 12 at 10:42 p.m.
- What happened to the victim?
- The victim was fatally stabbed and pronounced dead at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln
- Is a person of interest in custody?
- Yes, but no charges have been announced.
