Crime & Safety

Man Stabbed In Central Islip Parking Lot: Police

Police say the victim suffered serious injuries.

CENTRAL ISLIP, NY — A man was seriously injured in a stabbing on Tuesday afternoon in Central Islip, according to Suffolk County police.

Police said the incident happened around 5:45 p.m. in a parking lot on East Suffolk Avenue.

The man was stabbed during the incident and transported to an area hospital for treatment of serious injuries, police said.

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No additional details about the victim or a possible suspect were immediately available.

Suffolk County Police Third Squad detectives are investigating the incident.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact the Third Squad at 631-854-8352 or Crime Stoppers at 800-220-TIPS.

All calls will remain confidential.

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