Teen girl stabbed in new york city gang attack
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Teen Girl Stabbed in New York City Gang Attack

Police are searching for a group of suspects after five people, including two teenagers, were attacked during a violent confrontation in Queens that left an 18-year-old woman stabbed in the neck.
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July 22, 2026

Queens, NY – The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a group of suspects wanted in connection with a gang assault that injured five people in Long Island City earlier this month.

According to investigators, the attack occurred at approximately 11:35 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, near the intersection of 41 Road and 10 Street.

Related: NYPD, Queens gang assault, Long Island City, Crime Stoppers

Five victims injured during attack

Police said a group of unidentified individuals approached two 18-year-old women, a 46-year-old woman, a 14-year-old boy, and a 13-year-old girl before a verbal dispute escalated into a violent assault.

During the altercation, an 18-year-old woman was stabbed on the right side of her neck with what investigators described as an unknown sharp object.

Authorities said the second 18-year-old woman and the 46-year-old woman suffered minor injuries to their heads and faces after being struck with a glass bottle. The 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy were also treated for minor injuries after being pepper-sprayed in the face and eyes.

NYPD asks public for help

The suspects fled the scene, and no arrests have been announced.

The NYPD is asking anyone with information about the assault or the identities of the suspects to contact Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or by sending a direct message to @NYPDTips on social media.

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