Woman killed and suspect shot dead by police
A 32-year-old woman was killed and a 68-year-old man was injured in a random double stabbing in Times Square, New York. The suspect was shot and killed by police officers responding to the scene.
Why it matters
This violent incident in a major global tourist hub highlights ongoing concerns regarding public safety and random acts of violence in urban centers.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Malu Cursino REUTERS/Brendan McDermid A 32-year-old woman has been killed and another victim is in hospital following a double stabbing in Times Square, New York late on Monday afternoon.
The suspect, a woman wielding two knives, was shot by police. All three people were taken to hospital, where the female victim and the suspect were later pronounced dead, Mayor Zohran Mamdani told a news conference.
The deceased victim was later identified as Erin Piacenti, a Bank of America employee. The male victim remains in a stable condition.
New York Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner Jessica Tisch described the attack as "unprovoked" and said the stabbings took place 20 seconds apart.
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