Uncle arrested after 29-year-old stabbed to death in Queens

Monday, June 13, 2022
JAMAICA, Queens (WABC) -- Police arrested the uncle of a 29-year-old man who was found stabbed to death in Queens Sunday.

Officers responded to a 911 call of a man stabbed at 88-27 187 Place in the Jamaica section just before 5 p.m.
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Police found a 29-year-old man with stab wounds to his back and right hand.

EMS responded and pronounced the victim dead at the scene.

A 50-year-old man, who police believe is the victim's uncle, was taken into custody.

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A machete was recovered at the scene.
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Police say the attack took place in the basement of the location.



It's unknown what the argument was about.

Charges against the suspect are pending. The investigation is ongoing.


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