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Man accused of stabbing his 2 brothers in the back in Elmont

The three men had been involved in a verbal argument that became physical, according to detectives.

Tara Rincon

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Nov 12, 2026, 5:11 AM

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A man has been arrested following an alleged violent assault on two of his family members in Elmont late Wednesday afternoon.

According to Fifth Squad detectives, three brothers were involved in a verbal argument at a home that turned physical.

Upon arrival at the residence, it was discovered that Joshua Pichardo, 26, of Elmont, had stabbed his two brothers in the back.

Nassau police tell News 12 officers rendered aid to the victims at the scene and placed Pichardo under arrest.

The men were transported to an area hospital for treatment and evaluation.

A more specific location where the attack occurred is not being disclosed by police at this time.

Pichardo will be charged with assault and criminal possession of a weapon and will be arraigned when medically practical.

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