URGENT UPDATE: Two men were brutally slashed in a shocking knife attack in Queens early this morning. The incident occurred just after 4:08 AM on December 7, at the intersection of Barnett Avenue and 48th Street in Sunnyside, according to police sources.
Law enforcement reports that the victims, aged 27 and 25, were targeted while attempting to retrieve a two-wheeled device when two unidentified suspects launched their attack. Officers from the 108th Precinct responded swiftly to a 911 call, arriving on the scene to find the older man suffering from a serious slash wound to the face and his companion with a slash wound to the neck.
Emergency Medical Services transported the 27-year-old to Elmhurst Hospital, where he is currently stable. The 25-year-old declined medical assistance at the scene, police confirmed.
Authorities have recovered a knife believed to be used in the attack and are actively searching for the two suspects involved. As of now, no arrests have been made, and law enforcement is urging anyone with information to come forward. Citizens can contact Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). All tips remain confidential.
This attack adds to a worrying trend in the area, as felony assaults in the 108th Precinct have surged by 11.6% through November 30, with 278 reported incidents this year compared to 249 last year. Overall crime in the precinct has risen by 2.08%.
As the investigation continues, residents are urged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity. The community is rallying around the victims as they recover from this violent encounter. Further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
