Fatal Stabbing of US Postal Service Mail Carrier in Manhattan Deli

Jaia Cruz, also known as Alvin, allegedly stabbed an on-duty US Postal Service mail carrier during a dispute at a Manhattan deli, resulting in the death of the mail carrier. Cruz has been indicted on second-degree murder charges.

Fatal Stabbing of U.S. Postal Service Mail Carrier in NYC Deli

Jaia Cruz, also known as Alvin, allegedly stabbed a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier during a dispute while waiting in line at a Manhattan deli. The victim, Ray Hodge III, a 36-year-old father of two, suffered multiple stab wounds and died. Cruz has a criminal record involving knife violence.