VALLEY STREAM, NY – A 17-year-old male has been arrested following a stabbing incident at Macy’s in Green Acres Mall, Valley Stream, New York. The altercation between two 17-year-old boys occurred around 12:30 p.m. on Friday, during which one individual stabbed the other twice, once in the arm and once in the back.
The victim was transported to a local hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. The suspect attempted to flee the scene but was apprehended by responding officers. He faces charges including second-degree assault, second-degree burglary, and third-degree criminal mischief, with arraignment scheduled in Hempstead.
This incident adds to a series of violent events at Green Acres Mall in recent years. In October 2023, the mall was placed on lockdown after a shoplifting suspect allegedly fired a gun during an attempted theft. Additionally, in March 2022, a worker was shot in the leg by a gunman inside the mall’s Famous Footwear store.
Crime statistics for Valley Stream indicate that the area has a higher crime rate than 90% of New York’s cities and towns of all sizes. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Valley Stream is 1 in 47.
Green Acres Mall, located in Valley Stream, offers a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Despite its popularity, the mall has faced challenges related to safety and security.
The Nassau County Police Department continues to investigate the recent stabbing, urging any witnesses or individuals with information to come forward.
