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Bronx Mother Stabbed in Elevator on Suspect's Birthday

12/29/2025

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Shashamanie Thompson, a 30-year-old Bronx mother, was fatally stabbed by Beyonce Johnson, 24, in an elevator on Johnson's birthday, stemming from a feud.
Johnson allegedly stabbed Thompson in the stomach and eye while Saleh Ceesay, 21, restrained Thompson, and both are awaiting arraignment.
Witnesses heard screams and Thompson was found bleeding and died in the hospital.
Thompson's father said she was an undocumented Jamaican immigrant who worked several jobs.

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Shashamanie Thompson, a 30-year-old Bronx mother, was fatally stabbed by Beyonce Johnson, 24, in an elevator on Johnson's birthday, stemming from a feud.
Johnson allegedly stabbed Thompson in the stomach and eye while Saleh Ceesay, 21, restrained Thompson, and both are awaiting arraignment.
Witnesses heard screams and Thompson was found bleeding and died in the hospital.
Thompson's father said she was an undocumented Jamaican immigrant who worked several jobs.