Police say investigators have identified several persons of interest based on initial leads.
Thursday, February 6, 2025 11:31PM
Marcus Solis has the latest from New Rochelle, while police investigate what may have happened.
NEW ROCHELLE, Westchester County (WABC) — Police are investigating after a teenager was found dead in New Rochelle on Thursday morning.
The discovery was made at the corner of Charles Street and Washington Avenue around 6:15 a.m.
The victim was later identified as 15-year-old Jonson Temaj.
He was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The Medical Examiner’s Office will determine his cause and manner of death.
Police say investigators have identified several persons of interest based on initial leads.
Anyone who may have any information related to the case is asked to contact the New Rochelle Police Department’s non-emergency line at (914) 6542300, or anonymously at (914) 632-COPS.
Few other details were released.
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The gruesome discovery was made around 5:30 p.m.
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Police say investigators have identified several persons of interest based on initial leads.