Natasha Martinez, 17, was returning to her Woodhaven home after work when she was attacked and stabbed from behind.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Monday as Martinez was walking along 85th Street when police said she was stabbed in the back and torso. There are currently no suspects or arrests, the NYPD said.
A witness described the perpetrator as a black male, approximately five feet six inches tall and 150 pounds, wearing a white t-shirt and dark jeans.
Martinez was taken to Jamaica Hospital and was in stable condition as of press time, according to police.
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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