A woman is facing charges in connection with a New Year's Eve stabbing incident in Riverhead, according to the police department
The woman facing charges in the New Year's Eve stabbing in Riverhead allegedly stabbed another woman in the chest, according to the police.
In Riverhead, NY, law enforcement has taken swift action, arresting and charging a woman in connection with a stabbing incident that occurred on New Year's Eve, as officially stated by the police. The circumstances surrounding the arrest and charges are indicative of the seriousness of the alleged offense, emphasizing the need for legal intervention in the aftermath of the incident.
According to Riverhead Town police, the incident unfolded on Sunday at the River Pointe apartment complex on East Main Street. A 44-year-old resident of the complex was stabbed, resulting in her transportation to Peconic Bay Medical Center for the treatment of a non-life-threatening stab wound to her chest, as reported by the police. The details indicate the location and severity of the incident, highlighting the need for medical attention for the victim.
In connection with the New Year's Eve stabbing incident at the River Pointe apartment complex, 18-year-old Jayveona Nash-Jones was arrested during the early evening hours of New Year's Day at her residence, according to the police. Nash-Jones was subsequently transported to the Riverhead Police Department, where she faced charges of second-degree assault, classified as a felony. She remained in custody overnight and awaited arraignment, underscoring the serious nature of the charges brought against her in relation to the stabbing incident.
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