Brooklyn, NY – In a tragic and horrifying incident, four people, including two young children, were fatally stabbed in a residence in Brooklyn. The incident took place near Avenue P and West 8th Street in Bensonhurst, prompting law enforcement to respond to reports of an ongoing assault around 10:18 p.m on Friday evening.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered a 56-year-old woman and two children, a 4-year-old boy and a 5-year-old girl, all suffering from multiple stab wounds to the neck. Another victim, a 27-year-old woman, was found nearby, also with multiple stab wounds. Unfortunately, all four victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have apprehended a 24-year-old male in connection with this gruesome attack. Though the motive is believed to be a domestic dispute, it has yet to be confirmed as the investigation is still underway.
The shock and sorrow resulting from this tragic event have left the community reeling. The loss of four lives, especially the two young children, has stunned residents who are struggling to come to terms with the tragedy.
Authorities are diligently working to gather more information and piece together the events leading up to this gruesome crime. The community, grief-stricken and seeking closure, relies on law enforcement to provide answers and hold the perpetrator accountable.