Crime & Safety
2 Teens Stabbed Outside NYC Apartment Building, Police Say
The incident happened outside a building on 31st Avenue and 45th Street in Astoria.
QUEENS, NY — Two teens were stabbed during an apparent fight outside an apartment building in Queens on Monday, police said.
The incident happened outside a building on 31st Avenue and 45th Street in Astoria around 8:30 p.m.
A 16-year-old boy was stabbed in the head, neck and back and an 18-year-old was stabbed in the face.
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The 16-year-old was taken to Harlem Hospital, while the 18-year-old was taken to Elmhurst Hospital.
Both individuals are listed in stable condition.
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Police believe the incident stemmed from an argument that quickly turned violent between five possible suspects, according to reports.
No arrests have been made. Additional details have been disclosed yet.
An investigation remains ongoing.
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