QUEENS, N.Y. – A 21-year-old man was fatally stabbed early Sunday morning inside a building on Sutphin Boulevard, police said.
Officers arrived at the scene around 1:51 a.m. after a 911 call reported a man injured inside 9402 Sutphin Boulevard.
The victim, suffering from a stab wound to the abdomen, was rushed to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.
Key Points
- 21-year-old man fatally stabbed inside Sutphin Boulevard building early Sunday morning
- Victim pronounced dead at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
- No arrests made; investigation ongoing
Victim’s identity not yet released
Police have not yet released the name of the victim pending notification of his family. The attack took place within the confines of the 103rd Precinct, which covers parts of Jamaica and Hollis.
No arrests or suspects identified
As of Sunday morning, no arrests had been made in connection with the fatal stabbing. Investigators are interviewing witnesses and reviewing nearby surveillance footage to identify a possible suspect.
Detectives probe motive
Detectives are working to determine what led to the attack and whether the victim knew his assailant. The motive remains unclear, and police have not confirmed if the stabbing occurred during an argument or robbery.
Scene under investigation
Crime scene tape blocked off the entrance to the Sutphin Boulevard property for several hours as investigators combed the area for evidence. The investigation remains active and ongoing.