16-Year-Old Arrested for Assault and Robbery of Queens Grandmother

The teenager faces multiple charges after a series of violent robberies in Queens, including a brutal attack on a 68-year-old woman.

A 16-year-old has been arrested and charged with robbery, assault, and other crimes after a series of incidents in Queens, including a violent attack on a 68-year-old woman.
The suspect, Jayvaun Prince, attempted suicide while in police custody but was not seriously injured.
The victim, Irene Tahliambouris, suffered a fractured skull and was hospitalized in critical condition but is now showing signs of improvement.
Prior to the attack on Tahliambouris, the teen was also involved in another robbery on April 4, targeting a woman in a Queens apartment building.
The community and family members have expressed outrage and concern over rising crime rates and the need for stricter law enforcement measures.