Woman Charged in Stabbing at Westchester Apartment Tower

Ijahnee Simmons, 28, accused of assaulting 31-year-old man during domestic dispute

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:50pm

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An extreme close-up of a bloodied knife blade, captured in harsh, dramatic lighting against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the violence of a domestic assault.A violent domestic dispute leaves a man seriously injured, exposing the need for greater awareness and prevention of abuse in new high-density housing developments.New Rochelle Today

A 28-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with second-degree assault after allegedly stabbing a man during a domestic incident at a new apartment building in Westchester County, New York. The victim, a 31-year-old man, suffered a serious puncture wound to his upper thigh and underwent surgery, but is now reported to be in stable condition.

Why it matters

Domestic violence incidents can have severe consequences, both for the victims and the broader community. This case highlights the need for continued awareness and resources to address domestic abuse, as well as the importance of maintaining safety and security in new residential developments.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a report of a possible stabbing at The Leaf apartment building in New Rochelle around 6:30 a.m. on April 1. They found the 31-year-old male victim suffering from a puncture wound to his upper thigh. He was treated at the scene for significant blood loss before being rushed to a local hospital, where he underwent surgery. Ijahnee Simmons, 28, of New Rochelle, was arrested at the scene and charged with second-degree assault, a felony. Detectives determined that Simmons assaulted the victim during a domestic dispute.

  • The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. on April 1, 2026.
  • Simmons was arrested around 8:35 p.m. on April 1, 2026.

The players

Ijahnee Simmons

A 28-year-old resident of New Rochelle who has been charged with second-degree assault in connection with the stabbing incident.

The Leaf

A new 26-story, $297 million mixed-income apartment development in Westchester County that opened in September 2025.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant bail for Ijahnee Simmons at a hearing scheduled for next week.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of addressing domestic violence through a combination of law enforcement, community resources, and public awareness efforts to prevent such incidents and support victims. The safety and security of new residential developments also remains a key concern for local authorities.