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John Muraco, 76, Fatally Stabbed in Howard Beach Home as Police Detain Person of Interest

Detectives kept the 102nd Street house sealed off, requesting Crime Stoppers tips.

Overview

  • Officers responded to a 911 call shortly before 11:45 p.m. Saturday and found Muraco with a stab wound to his chest.
  • The victim was pronounced dead at the scene inside his Howard Beach residence on 102nd Street.
  • Police said a person of interest was taken into custody as the investigation proceeds.
  • Investigators remained outside the home Sunday morning with crime-scene tape blocking the area.
  • Neighbors described the incident as a possible family dispute, though police have not detailed the circumstances, and authorities requested tips through Crime Stoppers.