BRONX, N.Y. — Detectives with the NYPD are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a violent assault that left two people injured early Sunday morning near West 183rd Street and Grand Avenue in the Bronx.
According to NYPD Crime Stoppers, the incident occurred at approximately 2:34 a.m. when a 36-year-old woman became involved in a verbal dispute with a group of unidentified individuals. Police said the confrontation quickly escalated into violence after a 37-year-old man attempted to intervene.
- A 36-year-old woman suffered a head laceration and arm slash during the assault.
- A 37-year-old man was stabbed and slashed multiple times after attempting to intervene.
- Police said the suspect fled the scene in a dark-colored SUV traveling eastbound on Evelyn Place.
Victims injured during attack
Investigators said one of the individuals struck the woman in the head with a blunt object, causing a laceration, before slashing her arm with what police described as an unknown sharp object.
Authorities said the same suspect then stabbed and slashed the 37-year-old man multiple times in the back after he stepped in during the altercation.
Police did not immediately release the conditions of either victim.
Suspect fled in dark SUV
According to investigators, the suspect fled the area in a dark-colored SUV that was last seen traveling eastbound on Evelyn Place.
The NYPD has released details of the incident as part of its Crime Stoppers program and is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip by messaging @NYPDTips. All tips are kept confidential.
FAQ
- Where did the assault occur?
Near West 183rd Street and Grand Avenue in the Bronx. - When did it happen?
At approximately 2:34 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16. - How many victims were injured?
Two people—a 36-year-old woman and a 37-year-old man. - How did the suspect flee?
Police said the suspect left in a dark-colored SUV traveling eastbound on Evelyn Place. - How can the public provide information?
By calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or sending a direct message to @NYPDTips.
Sources: NYPD Crime Stoppers.
