The Homicide Squad reports the details of a Homicide that occurred on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 12:05 AM in West Hempstead.

According to Detectives, Fifth Precinct Officers responded for a 911 call for a stabbing in the rear of La Candela Restaurant located at 205 Hempstead Turnpike. Upon arrival, officers located two victims; a female, 52, who was stabbed multiple times and a male, 50, with a laceration to his hand. Both victims were transported to a nearby hospital for evaluation and treatment.

At 3:58 AM the female victim succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased by a hospital physician. The male victim was treated and released.

The investigation is on-going. 

Details by: D/Capt. Fitzpatrick / HOM                                   09/29/24/1830/8963