A 15-year-old boy was stabbed in the chest just blocks from a Queens high school campus on Wednesday morning, according to police reports. The incident occurred at the corner of Baisley and Guy R. Brewer boulevards in South Jamaica around 8:10 a.m. The teenager was quickly transported to Cohen Children’s Medical Center and was reported to be in stable condition following the attack.
The stabbing took place in broad daylight, not far from the August Martin High School campus. This campus is also home to Voyages Preparatory High School South Queens and New Visions Charter High School for Advanced Math and Sciences IV. It is unclear whether the victim was en route to school at the time of the assault.
Following the attack, three individuals suspected to be involved in the stabbing fled the scene. As of late afternoon, no arrests had been made in connection with the incident. The motive behind the stabbing remains unknown and is currently under investigation by authorities.
The violent nature of the incident has raised concerns within the community and among parents of students attending the schools located in the vicinity. The safety and security of students and residents in the area are now being closely monitored by local law enforcement agencies.
The swift response of emergency services and medical personnel in attending to the victim highlights the importance of prompt action in such critical situations. As investigations continue, efforts are being made to ensure the swift apprehension of the perpetrators responsible for the violent attack.
Overall, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and proactive measures to prevent such acts of violence in the future. The community stands united in condemning such senseless acts and remains committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all its members.
