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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, 7:20 AM

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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.

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