Man Killed in Queens Apartment Stabbing

Police identify victim as 41-year-old Miguel Perez

Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:08pm

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An extreme close-up of a single bloodied knife blade, reflecting a harsh, direct flash of light against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the violence of a recent apartment stabbing incident.A grim reminder of the persistent threat of violent crime in parts of New York City, as police investigate a fatal apartment stabbing in Queens.Queens Today

A 41-year-old man was found stabbed to death inside a Queens apartment building early Sunday morning. A 32-year-old woman was also discovered with a slash wound to her right arm.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this stabbing incident raise concerns about public safety in New York City neighborhoods, especially in residential areas. Police are investigating the motive and circumstances behind the attack.

The details

Officers responded to a call around 2:25 a.m. on Sunday and found Miguel Perez inside an apartment at 101-11 86 Avenue with a stab wound to the chest. The 32-year-old woman was also injured with a slash wound to her right arm.

  • The incident occurred around 2:25 a.m. on Sunday, April 13, 2026.

The players

Miguel Perez

A 41-year-old man who was found stabbed to death inside a Queens apartment.

32-year-old woman

A woman who was also found injured with a slash wound to her right arm at the same location.

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What’s next

Police are investigating the motive and circumstances behind the attack.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges of addressing violent crime in New York City neighborhoods and the need for continued efforts to improve public safety.