Third Squad Detectives report the arrest of a Hempstead man for an Assault that occurred on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 12:15 pm in Hempstead.
According to detectives, the male victim, 19, was walking in the vicinity of Reyes Deli located at 512 Fulton Avenue. An unknown male engaged the victim in an argument. The subject got off his electric bike, approached the victim and stabbed him in the neck and abdomen. The subject fled the scene.
The victim was transported to an area hospital for evaluation and treatment.
A thorough investigation was conducted and Darwin Maldonado, 19, of 299 Jackson Street was arrested.
The defendant is charged with Assault 2nd Degree and Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th Degree. He will be arraigned on Friday, February 27, 2026 at First District Court, Hempstead.