The tragic death of 17-year-old Sara Rivera outside a Queens subway station has left her family and friends devastated. According to acquaintances and relatives, Rivera was involved in a fatal dispute with a 15-year-old friend after a gathering in a nearby park where alcohol was allegedly consumed.
Reports indicate that the altercation escalated, leading to Rivera being stabbed in the neck. Despite being rushed to Elmhurst Hospital, she succumbed to her injuries. The exact cause of the dispute remains unclear.
Rivera, a student at Queens Technical High School, was described as outgoing but quick to reconcile after disagreements. Her family and friends remember her as a vibrant individual who dreamed of opening her own hair salon.
The accused, also a student at the same high school, has been charged with murder and criminal possession of a weapon. However, due to her age, her identity has not been disclosed.
Rivera’s tragic death adds to a series of recent incidents of teen violence in New York City, highlighting the urgent need for community support and intervention to address such senseless acts.
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