New york city medical examiner on scene.
New York City Medical Examiner on scene.

Man killed, another injured in double stabbing at Washington Heights apartment

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April 7, 2025
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A fatal stabbing at a Washington Heights apartment leaves one man dead, another injured, and police searching for answers.

NEW YORK, NY — A 31-year-old man is dead and another man hospitalized after a violent double stabbing inside a Washington Heights apartment early Monday morning, according to the NYPD.

Key Points

  • A 31-year-old man died after being stabbed in the shoulder; a second victim, 28, was slashed in the neck.
  • The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. Monday at 421 West 202nd Street in the 34th Precinct.
  • No arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.

Victim found with fatal stab wound

Fdny ambulance on scene to provide medical assistance to victims.
Fdny ambulance on scene to provide medical assistance to victims.

Police responded to a 911 call at approximately 3:29 a.m. on April 7 and arrived at 421 West 202nd Street, where they found a 28-year-old man with a neck wound. The victim was transported by EMS to NYC Health and Hospitals/Harlem in stable condition.

While still on scene, officers were alerted to a second victim, a 31-year-old man, who had suffered a stab wound to the shoulder. EMS transported him to the same hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Investigation ongoing

The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending family notification. No arrests have been made as of Monday morning, and detectives from the 34th Precinct are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the assault.

Officials have not yet released information regarding a suspect or motive.

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