The Bronx, NY – June 30, 2025 — A wave of grief and outrage has swept through the Bronx following the tragic and senseless stabbing death of 40-year-old Tamara Rowe, who was found slain in her Morrisania apartment on Saturday evening.
New York City Police responded to an emergency call at approximately 7:30 p.m. at a residential building on East 168th Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered Rowe suffering from multiple stab wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency medical personnel, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
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The motive behind the fatal attack remains unclear. As of Monday, police had not announced any arrests or named any suspects. Detectives are actively canvassing the neighborhood, reviewing surveillance footage, and speaking with witnesses. Sources say the possibility of domestic violence or a personal dispute has not been ruled out.
Neighbors, stunned by the violence, remembered Rowe as a warm and friendly presence in the building. “She was always smiling and saying hello,” one resident shared. “She didn’t deserve this.”
Rowe’s devastated family described her as a loving daughter, sister, and friend with a generous spirit and a heart full of light. “She had a light about her,” said a cousin. “We can’t understand why someone would do this.”
Community leaders and local residents are calling for justice and a broader conversation about the rising tide of violence in parts of the city. Plans are underway for a candlelight vigil outside Rowe’s building to honor her memory and stand in solidarity against the violence.
Tamara Rowe’s death is one of several recent acts of violence to rock New York City, reigniting calls for stronger protections and increased community support. As detectives work to uncover the truth, the Bronx mourns the loss of a woman whose life was cut tragically short.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers hotline at 800-577-TIPS (8477). Anonymous tips are welcome.