Bronx Man Surrenders After Allegedly Stabbing Taxi Driver Repeatedly, Facing Multiple Charges
A 56-year-old Bronx resident has turned himself in to the NYPD, facing multiple charges after allegedly stabbing a taxi driver repeatedly in an incident that left the victim hospitalized for over two weeks. Darin Dominick surrendered to authorities on Wednesday morning at the 43rd Precinct.
According to police, Dominick attacked taxi driver Osei Kusi, who was driving through the Bronx when he was stabbed with a baseball bat multiple times. Kusi had pleaded with Dominick to stop, but the suspect continued his assault before fleeing the scene. The incident occurred on November 26.
Kusi remains in the hospital, receiving treatment for multiple bleeding puncture wounds sustained during the attack. His family and colleagues from the New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers have been visiting him daily since the incident, showing their support during this difficult time.
In a statement, Fernando Mateo, chairman of the taxi federation, said that while Dominick's surrender is a positive development, the organization will continue to push for full accountability in such cases. "The city can breathe a little easier today, but we will continue to stay on top of cases like this," he added.
Prosecutors have charged Dominick with attempted murder, as well as assault, harassment, and weapons offenses. However, his attorney claims that Dominick denies wrongdoing.
The taxi federation secured compensation for Kusi through a workers' benefit fund, which the organization said helped bring the investigation to a "turning point" before Dominick's surrender. With police involvement, the case has been reinvigorated, bringing hope for justice for Kusi and his family.
A 56-year-old Bronx resident has turned himself in to the NYPD, facing multiple charges after allegedly stabbing a taxi driver repeatedly in an incident that left the victim hospitalized for over two weeks. Darin Dominick surrendered to authorities on Wednesday morning at the 43rd Precinct.
According to police, Dominick attacked taxi driver Osei Kusi, who was driving through the Bronx when he was stabbed with a baseball bat multiple times. Kusi had pleaded with Dominick to stop, but the suspect continued his assault before fleeing the scene. The incident occurred on November 26.
Kusi remains in the hospital, receiving treatment for multiple bleeding puncture wounds sustained during the attack. His family and colleagues from the New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers have been visiting him daily since the incident, showing their support during this difficult time.
In a statement, Fernando Mateo, chairman of the taxi federation, said that while Dominick's surrender is a positive development, the organization will continue to push for full accountability in such cases. "The city can breathe a little easier today, but we will continue to stay on top of cases like this," he added.
Prosecutors have charged Dominick with attempted murder, as well as assault, harassment, and weapons offenses. However, his attorney claims that Dominick denies wrongdoing.
The taxi federation secured compensation for Kusi through a workers' benefit fund, which the organization said helped bring the investigation to a "turning point" before Dominick's surrender. With police involvement, the case has been reinvigorated, bringing hope for justice for Kusi and his family.
I mean, it's good that Darin Dominick finally surrendered himself in, you know? It's a huge weight off everyone's mind now 
. The fact that he turned himself in shows some level of accountability, which is super important. And, fingers crossed, justice will be served soon for Osei Kusi and his family 
. I feel so bad for the taxi driver, but at least his community is rallying around him 
. The workers' benefit fund helping with compensation is a great thing too - it's all about supporting each other in times of need 
. Can't help but think that this whole ordeal could've been avoided if Dominick had reached out for help instead of resorting to violence 
. Anyway, let's focus on the positive vibes and hope that Kusi recovers soon 
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This is just so crazy how this guy attacked that taxi driver and it's good he surrendered now, but what was going on in his mind? 
The fact that the taxi federation helped get him compensation through their benefit fund must have been a game changer for Osei Kusi, and I hope he gets back to normal soon 
... like, what even happened here? One minute you're driving a taxi, next minute someone comes at you with a baseball bat 
... I'm no expert, but it seems like Domi needed help ASAP 
. The fact that he kept stabbing Osei multiple times is just horrific 
. And poor Kusi, stuck in the hospital for two weeks 
... his family and colleagues are all about him, tho 
. The taxi federation is on top of it, which is cool 
. And, yay for the workers' benefit fund 
... helping to turn this case around is def a positive vibe 
. And, let's be real, Osei deserves some major respect 
... just because of what happened to him 
I mean, I get that he surrendered, but what about the actual reason behind it? Is there any info on why Dominick decided to lash out like that? 
And btw, how much compensation did the taxi federation get for Kusi through the workers' benefit fund? Are we talking thousands or tens of thousands? 
. And now there are all these charges and prosecutors saying he might've tried to kill him... it's just too much. I hope Dominick gets the help he needs, not a slap on the wrist though 
. The taxi federation doing good work by securing compensation for Kusi is super important