Queens, New York – A 16-year-old boy was stabbed in the stomach in an unprovoked attack while riding a Q25 MTA bus in Kew Gardens Hills, Queens, authorities confirmed Tuesday afternoon. The teen remains in stable condition at a local hospital as police continue searching for the suspect.
Attack Occurs on Busy Bus Route
According to the New York Police Department (NYPD), the incident occurred at approximately 3:50 p.m. near 82nd Drive and Parsons Boulevard.
Authorities said the teen had no prior interaction with the attacker, who allegedly stabbed him once in the stomach without provocation while the bus was in motion.
Victim Transported to Hospital
The injured teen was immediately taken to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where he was treated and listed in stable condition. Police confirmed that the teen is expected to recover.
Officials urged passengers who witnessed the attack to come forward to help identify the suspect and provide crucial details about the incident.
Description of Suspect
Police described the attacker as a person between 20 and 30 years old, last seen wearing a purple coat and blue jeans. Sources familiar with the investigation suggested that the suspect may be a woman, though authorities have not confirmed the gender.
No arrests had been made by Wednesday, and detectives are actively canvassing the area and reviewing surveillance footage from the bus and nearby locations.
Authorities Seek Public Assistance
The NYPD is asking anyone with information about the stabbing to contact Crime Stoppers. Officials emphasized the importance of community assistance in cases like this to prevent further incidents on public transportation.
“This was a completely unprovoked attack on a young teen in a public space,” police said. “We urge anyone who saw anything or has information to come forward immediately.”
Public Safety Concerns
The stabbing highlights ongoing safety concerns on public transportation in Queens. Authorities are reminding riders to remain aware of their surroundings and report suspicious activity to transit police or local law enforcement.
Community leaders expressed concern over the violence and are calling for increased security measures on buses serving school-aged passengers.
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