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Queens Fruit Vendor Stabbed During Dispute in Woodside; Suspect in Custody, No Charges Filed Yet

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Published on November 04, 2024
Queens Fruit Vendor Stabbed During Dispute in Woodside; Suspect in Custody, No Charges Filed YetSource: Google Street View

A fruit vendor in Queens was stabbed multiple times following a dispute on Sunday evening. ABC7NY reports that the altercation occurred near the vendor's stand on Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside, leading to the 35-year-old vendor being repeatedly stabbed by a 47-year-old man.

According to the PIX11, the incident happened around 5:45 p.m. at 59th Street and Roosevelt Avenue. The victim was involved in a verbal dispute that escalated, resulting in the suspect assaulting the victim throughout his body with a knife. Following the attack, the man was taken to a local hospital to receive medical attention.

The current condition of the victim has been listed as stable, and the suspect has been taken into custody. However, no charges have been filed at this time, as confirmed by ABC7NY. Law enforcement officials are investigating the circumstances surrounding the violent incident.

While an investigation into the stabbing is ongoing, Pix11 notes that no arrests were made immediately following the event. Authorities have not yet provided any additional information regarding the cause of the dispute or any potential charges that may be forthcoming. The community awaits further details as the NYPD continues to delve into the details of the case.