The Public Information Office reports the details of an assault on two juvenile males that occurred on Monday, September 16, 2019 at 3:45 pm in Oceanside.
Fourth Precinct officers were dispatched to the vicinity of 2830 Brower Avenue for a large fight. Upon arrival officers came upon a 16 year old male who was stabbed in the chest area and a second victim, a 17 year old male, who suffered a broken arm and swelling to his head. Both were taken to an area hospital for treatment. The stabbing victim is listed in critical condition.
The investigation into this incident continues.
Details by: Public Information Office 09/16/19/2120/6672
***UPDATE***
Homicide Squad Detectives report that the above 16 year old male, who has been identified as Khaseem Morris, did succumb to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by a hospital physician.
Detectives request anyone with information regarding the above incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
Details by: D/Lt. Fitzpatrick/Homicide Squad 09/17/19/0230/8834
***CORRECTION***
The victim’s name is spelled Khaseen Morris.
*** UPDATE ***
The Homicide Squad reports the arrest of the following individuals for their part in connection with the above incident:
Haakim Mechan, 19, of 140 E. Fulton Street, Long Beach
Marquis Stephens Jr., 18, of 77B E. Pine Street, Long Beach
Javonte Neals, 18, of 78 E. Pine Street, Long Beach
Taj Woodruff, 17, of 140 E. Fulton Street, Long Beach
Sean Merritt, 17, of 89B E. Pine Street, Long Beach
2 male juveniles, both 16, both of Long Beach
All the defendants will be charged with Gang Assault 2nd Degree and will be arraigned in First District Court, Hempstead on 9/28/2019.
Details by: D/Lt. Fitzpatrick/Homicide Squad 09/27/19/2250/6672
