Crime & Safety

Man Stabbed, Killed Inside Lewis Ave Deli Wednesday Morning

No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing

A man identified as Tyreak Watts was stabbed Wednesday morning inside of a Deli on Lewis Avenue.

Police responded to a 911 call of a man stabbed at about 12:11 a.m. inside of 54 Lewis Avenue (Gourmet Deli).

Upon arrival, police found the 18-year-old Watts, of Vernon Avenue, dead at the scene with one stab wound to his chest.

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Police made no arrests so far. The victim's family has been notified, and the investigation is ongoing.


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