Teenage suspect arrested, charged with murder in deadly neck stabbing of 17-year-old in Queens

Police have arrested and charged a 17-year-old in connection with the fatal stabbing of another teen in Queens, according to the New York City Police Department.

What we know:

According to police, officers responded to a 911 call reporting an assault in progress around 3:43 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, near the corner of Jamaica Avenue and 76 Street, within the confines of the 102 Precinct.

When officers arrived, they found a 17-year-old boy suffering from a stab wound to the neck. Emergency medical services transported the victim to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in critical condition, where he was later pronounced dead.

The victim was identified as Josue Argudo, 17, of Queens.

Arrest and charges

Police said a 17-year-old male was arrested Saturday, Jan. 10, around 8:15 p.m. within the confines of the 102 Precinct.

The teen has been charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon, police said. Because the suspect is a minor, his name has not been released.

Police said the investigation remains ongoing. No additional details were immediately released.

The Source: This article is based on information released by the New York City Police Department.

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