UPDATE: Two individuals are facing murder charges following a deadly dispute among neighbors in the Highbridge section of the Bronx. Authorities confirm that Beyonce Johnson, 24, and Saleh Ceesay, 21, are accused of killing 30-year-old Shashamanie Thompson during a violent altercation.
Police responded to a 911 call just after midnight, where they discovered Thompson unresponsive with knife wounds to her face and abdomen. This shocking incident took place at their shared residence on Ogden Avenue.
Residents reported hearing a heated argument prior to the tragedy. One neighbor recalled, “I heard a lot of yelling, somebody screaming ‘help me.’ I heard them fighting, I heard her screaming for help. It sounded like it was close.”
Authorities have not yet disclosed the motive behind the dispute, leaving the community shaken and searching for answers. The investigation is ongoing as police gather more details about the incident.
The emotional impact of this crime has rippled through the neighborhood, with many residents expressing disbelief and concern over safety. Community members are coming together, calling for justice for Thompson and support for her family during this difficult time.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
