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.
Key Points
- Jaia Cruz, also known as Alvin, allegedly stabbed postal carrier Ray Hodge III during a dispute at a Manhattan deli
- Cruz has been indicted on second-degree murder charges
- Hodge suffered fatal knife wounds and was pronounced deceased at Harlem Hospital
- Cruz has a criminal record that includes prior acts of knife violence
Pros
- Detailed account of the incident
- Information about the suspect and the victim
- Updates on the legal proceedings
Cons
- Tragic loss of life
- History of knife violence involving the suspect