The NYPD is looking into a possible connection between stabbings in south Queens, after two women were slashed within a month.
“We’re seeing if there is a pattern here,” said NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly, according to reports.
Natasha Martinez, 17, was attacked and stabbed from behind nearly a dozen times when she was returning to her Woodhaven home from work on July 29. Kerline Denizard, 36, was seriously wounded when a vicious attacker cut her neck and torso with a knife in Queens Village on June 25, according to police. Both women survived the attacks.
No suspects have been identified or arrests made in either case.
The suspects in both attacks were described as a black male.
A witness described Martinez’s perpetrator as a black male, approximately five feet six inches tall and 150 pounds, wearing a white hoodie and dark jeans. The NYPD released a video showing the suspect that stabbed Martinez.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto Crime Stoppers website or can text their tips to CRIMES (274637), then enter TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.
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