A fight between two girls inside a local deli resulted in the murder of a teenage girl.
According to her family, she was enticed to the location of her Tuesday afternoon murder.
According to police, 16-year-old Aliyah Williams died after being stabbed several times during a dispute.
In New York City, her 17-year-old alleged killer was taken into custody Tuesday evening.
According to the police, Williams threw water at her assailant while they were arguing inside the deli.
At about 4 p.m., the murderer took out a knife and stabbed her outside the Deli Grocery.
She was fatally stabbed in the face, chest, and body.
After being taken to the hospital in critical condition, the teenager passed away from her wounds.
The nature of the inciting argument is unclear.
According to ABC affiliate WABC, the horrific assault left a trail of blood outside the Bronx deli before staff used bleach to clean up the area.
According to her family, they have no idea who could have harmed the high school student.
The deli, which is a short stroll from her home, is where they say she was lured.
Rose Anderson, her distraught grandmother, claimed to have had a conversation with Williams earlier that day.
Anderson told the New York Daily News, “She texted me today and asked for $10 for food.”
I didn’t hear from her again after that. I pray that her soul is at peace.
“She wasn’t a bad kid, she was a peaceful person, and she gave of her heart,” she continued.
“I’m sorry she had to go this way; may her soul rest in peace.”
NYC Council Member’s Statement
On July 16, 2025, New York City Council Member Kevin Riley released the following statement regarding the death of 16-year-old Aliyah Williams:
16-year-old Aliyah Williams was tragically stabbed on Boston Road, just a short distance from her home, and her death has left our community in mourning.
This violent act, which was caused by a pointless argument, should never have taken place. The local precinct has been contacted by our office, and we are aware that the investigation is still ongoing. To contribute to accountability and healing, we encourage anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.
To our young people: a single choice made out of rage or suffering has the power to permanently alter lives. There is always another way, so please know that. Your life is important.
The time has come for our family, educators, and religious leaders to strengthen our dedication to safe spaces, prevention, and healing. We must work together to address the underlying causes of violence and make investments in our youth’s welfare.
I want to express my gratitude to our local partners, such as Bronx SUV, BRAG North, and Astor Services, for their assistance and intervention during this difficult time.
Please contact our office if you or someone you know needs assistance locating resources or support services. Here we are.
We cannot tolerate violent crimes in our neighborhood going unpunished. Because every young person in our borough deserves a future based on safety, promise, and peace, every tragedy must inspire us to take action.
We keep her family close to our hearts during this unfathomable time, and I send them my sincerest condolences.
The U.S. Sun was informed by the New York Police Department that a teenage girl was taken into custody Tuesday night at approximately 7:30 p.m.
In the northern Bronx, the 17-year-old suspect was taken into custody.
According to police, she was accused of murder, manslaughter, and unlawfully possessing a weapon.
As they looked into the crime, police were first observed searching the area’s storm drains and beneath cars.
Whether the knife that was used to stab Williams was found is unknown.
