Katie Suarez, a 28-year-old runner, died after being stabbed on the Shore Parkway Greenway in Brooklyn on Oct. 30. She had been on life support since the attack. No arrests have been made, and police are investigating the incident.

The attack occurred on a path with no cameras or streetlights, complicating the investigation. Police are reviewing dashcam footage from nearby cars to identify potential witnesses. Suarez was found by her father after she failed to return home. Read more culture coverage.

Her mother has appealed for witnesses to come forward, and local officials are advocating for increased safety measures, including more lighting and patrols. The case has drawn comparisons to the 2016 murder of Karina Vetrano, another runner in New York City. Related: Celebrity Finish Times Revealed at 2026 New York City Marathon.

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