A late-night subway ride in Longwood turned violent Tuesday when a 15-year-old boy was stabbed on a No. 6 train as it pulled into the Whitlock Avenue station, police said. Officers say a group tried to rob two teenagers on board. The 18-year-old victim walked away unharmed, while the younger teen took a knife wound to the stomach and was rushed to Jacobi Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition.
Police search for multiple suspects
According to News12 New York, the attempted robbery and stabbing happened around 10:06 p.m. as the southbound train was arriving at Whitlock Avenue. Investigators say several people bolted from the station right after the attack, and one suspect was last seen wearing a ski mask. Detectives are now canvassing the station and nearby blocks, looking for witnesses and combing through security footage.
Where the injured teen was taken
Hospital officials confirm the wounded teen was brought to Jacobi. As noted by NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, the facility is a designated adult Level 1 trauma center for the Bronx, equipped to handle serious penetrating injuries like stabbings. Police have not released any additional updates on the boy’s condition.
How to report tips
Detectives are asking anyone who saw what happened, or who recognizes the suspects, to contact Crime Stoppers. The NYPD tip line lists 1-800-577-TIPS for anonymous calls, along with online and text options for those who would rather not phone it in. For details on how to submit information safely and anonymously, NYC.gov outlines Crime Stoppers procedures and potential rewards.
Transit safety in Longwood and on the 6 line
The stabbing is the latest violent incident to rattle riders on this stretch of the 6 line. A slashing of a train conductor at Whitlock Avenue last year drew sharp backlash from transit workers and their union, as reported by amNewYork. Hoodline also covered that earlier attack and the neighborhood response, highlighting ongoing worries about safety for both passengers and staff. In the wake of this most recent stabbing, community voices are again pushing for more patrols and better lighting on the elevated platforms that serve Longwood.
