Teen Stabbed for His Cell Phone
By Staff Reporter
January 17, 2026
QUEENS, NY - The NYPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying three individuals wanted in connection with a violent robbery in Queens, according to authorities assigned to the 109th Precinct.
Police say the incident happened Friday morning, January 16, 2026, just after 10:00 a.m., in front of 135-16 Roosevelt Avenue, a busy stretch of the borough that sees significant foot traffic during daytime hours.
According to investigators, a 14-year-old boy was approached and surrounded by three unidentified males. What began as a verbal confrontation quickly escalated.
Police report that two of the suspects displayed a knife and demanded the teen’s cell phone. During the encounter, one suspect made verbal threats and stabbed the victim in the right shoulder before the group fled the scene.
The suspects ran westbound on Roosevelt Avenue toward College Point, taking the victim’s phone with them. The stolen property is estimated to be worth approximately $400.
Emergency Medical Services responded quickly and transported the injured teen to NYC Health + Hospitals / Jacobi, where he was listed in stable condition. Authorities say the investigation remains active.
The NYPD has released descriptions of the three individuals and is urging anyone who recognizes them to come forward.
- Suspect #1: Male, last seen wearing a black jacket, black sweater, black face mask, and black sneakers
- Suspect #2: Male with a medium complexion, last seen wearing a white jacket, black sweater, light-colored pants, and black sneakers
- Suspect #3: Male with a medium complexion, last seen wearing a yellow jacket and black sweater
Police believe the individuals depicted in the released images may have critical information related to the robbery.
The NYPD stresses that public assistance is often key in solving crimes, especially incidents involving violence against minors. Anyone with information about this Queens robbery investigation, or who can help identify the suspects, is encouraged to contact law enforcement.
Tips can be provided anonymously through NYPD Crime Stoppers.
Robberies involving weapons continue to be a serious concern in New York City neighborhoods. Police officials say community awareness and timely tips can make a significant difference in bringing suspects to justice and preventing future incidents.
Residents and business owners along Roosevelt Avenue are urged to remain alert and report suspicious activity.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/, on X @NYPDTips.
All calls are confidential.
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