Police: 1 teen slashed, 1 teen stabbed on Melrose Ave.

The victims told police the attacks followed a verbal dispute with an unknown individual.

News 12 Staff

Apr 20, 2025, 11:20 AM

Updated 5 days ago

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Police say a 19-year-old woman was slashed and a 16-year-old was stabbed on Melrose Avenue.
It happened around 11 p.m. Saturday at 161st Street and Melrose Avenue.
Authorities say the 19-year-old was slashed on the theft thigh and the 16-year-old was stabbed in the chest.
Both were taken to Harlem Hospital in stable condition.
The victims told police the attacks followed a verbal dispute with an unknown individual.