November 18th 2024.
In the early hours of the morning, a man went on a stabbing spree in various locations across Manhattan. The terrifying incident resulted in the death of two individuals and left a third critically injured. What makes this even more chilling is that the perpetrator, a 51-year-old man, carried out these attacks without saying a single word to his victims.
Fortunately, the suspect was apprehended by the police and is currently in custody. Authorities discovered him with blood on his clothes and two kitchen knives in his possession. However, the names of both the suspect and his victims have not been released at this time.
During a news conference, Mayor Eric Adams expressed his shock and sadness over the senseless attacks. He described them as "unprovoked" and emphasized the need to find answers as to how something like this could happen. The mayor also pointed out that this incident is a clear example of the failures within the criminal justice system and other areas.
It was later revealed that the suspect, who is believed to be homeless, had recently been involved in a criminal case. However, Mayor Adams did not provide any further details about this prior incident.
According to Police Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny, the stabbings occurred within a span of two and a half hours. The first attack took place on West 19th Street, where a construction worker was fatally stabbed while on the job near the Hudson River. Just two hours later, on the other side of the island, a man was attacked while fishing in the East River near East 30th Street. Both men tragically lost their lives.
The suspect then continued north near the riverfront and at around 10:55am, another victim was stabbed multiple times near the United Nations headquarters on East 42nd Street. Thankfully, a passing cab driver witnessed the attack and quickly alerted a police officer.
In the wake of this horrific event, authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior. This serves as a reminder to always be aware of our surroundings and to stay safe. In times like these, it's important to stay connected and informed, which is why the 9NEWS app is a valuable resource for staying up to date on breaking news, sports, politics, and weather. Download it now on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
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