A 31-year-old man in Queens, Vinny Dagga, has been taken into custody after allegedly stabbing three relatives near his home in Ozone Park during a family dispute on a Saturday night. The incident occurred outside 133-43 Lefferts Boulevard and resulted in two of the victims being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The victims included a 63-year-old man and a 52-year-old woman who were both stabbed in the stomach, as well as a 28-year-old man who was slashed in the hand but refused medical attention.
Dagga has been charged with assault, harassment, and criminal possession of a weapon in connection with the incident. The police were called to the scene on a report of a crime in progress and were able to eventually take Dagga into custody. The exact relationship between Dagga and the victims is not disclosed, and it is unclear what triggered the violent attack. The man and woman who were hospitalized were taken to a local hospital for treatment, while the third victim refused medical attention for his injury.
The incident is said to have occurred during a family squabble, resulting in violence between the relatives. It is reported that the victims were stabbed and slashed during the encounter, leading to a police response to the neighborhood. The situation escalated to the point where Dagga barricaded himself inside after the attack, but he was eventually taken into custody by law enforcement.
Law enforcement sources have not provided further details on the family dynamics or the specific circumstances that led to the violent altercation. The victims were attacked by Dagga near his home in Ozone Park, and it appears that the altercation was contained to those involved. The injuries sustained by the victims were not life-threatening, as they were able to receive medical treatment for their wounds.
Dagga now faces criminal charges for his alleged actions during the family dispute, including assault and possession of a weapon. The incident highlights the importance of addressing family conflicts in a non-violent manner to prevent such incidents from occurring. It is crucial for individuals to seek help and support if they are in situations of conflict or violence within their families, in order to prevent further harm and promote a safe and peaceful environment for all involved.
