BROOKLYN, N.Y. – A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized Sunday after being stabbed twice on a street corner in East New York, police said.

The attacker fled the scene in a white vehicle before officers arrived.

The teen was taken to Brookdale University Hospital and listed in stable condition.

Key Points

A 13-year-old boy was stabbed twice in the torso at Jerome Street and Wortman Avenue.
The suspect fled in a white vehicle and remains at large.
Police described the attacker as a slim-built man wearing a white and blue jacket with red clothing.

Attack at East New York intersection

The incident occurred Sunday afternoon near Jerome Street and Wortman Avenue, according to police. Investigators said the 13-year-old victim was standing on the corner when a man approached him and, without apparent warning, stabbed him twice in the torso.

The assailant then ran to a white vehicle and fled in an unknown direction, police said.

Victim expected to recover

EMS units arrived at the scene and transported the teenager to Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center, where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and remained in stable condition. Detectives are working to determine a motive for the attack and whether the victim knew his assailant.

Suspect description and investigation

The suspect is described as a male with a medium complexion and slim build. He was last seen wearing a white and blue jacket, a red hooded sweatshirt, red sweatpants, and white sneakers.

Police appeal for information

No arrests have been made. Detectives from the 75th Precinct are canvassing the area for surveillance video and witnesses. Police ask anyone with information about the stabbing to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS.

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