A 22-year-old man was stabbed in the torso Monday night in Borough Park, turning a usually busy intersection into an active crime scene. The assault happened just after 8:30 p.m. near 40th Street and 14th Avenue, according to authorities. Police say the attacker took off on foot and that the victim and assailant knew each other. The injured man was taken to Maimonides Medical Center, where officers say he is expected to recover.
What police say
Responding officers arrived at the intersection to find the 22-year-old bleeding from a stab wound, then called EMS to the scene. As reported by News 12 Brooklyn, the victim was transported to Maimonides and is expected to recover. According to the NYPD, the attacker ran off after the stabbing, and investigators believe the two men were acquainted. Detectives are canvassing nearby businesses and combing through surveillance footage as they work to piece together what happened.
Police appeal for tips
Authorities are urging anyone who may have information or relevant video to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or to submit an anonymous tip through the department's online portal. The program notes that tips leading to arrests may qualify for a reward. According to the Crime Stoppers site, both calls and online submissions are kept confidential, and tipsters can also message the department on X at @NYPDTips. Police remind the public not to approach any potential suspects and to share any footage directly with detectives.
Broader context
The Borough Park attack comes on the heels of another violent incident in south Brooklyn. A fatal stabbing at Dyker Beach Park in late June left one man dead and another wounded, as reported by News 12 Brooklyn. In that coverage, neighbors said the attack "shakes up a lot of people" and described a growing memorial at the park. Police sources in that case told the outlet they had a person of interest in custody while the investigation continued.
Investigation status
The Borough Park stabbing remains under investigation, and police have not announced any arrests. The victim was taken to Maimonides Medical Center, whose main campus is located at 4802 Tenth Avenue in Brooklyn, according to Maimonides Medical Center. Investigators are still reviewing surveillance video and renewing their call for anyone with information to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers or the local precinct.
