In brief
Early Saturday morning, three individuals were found stabbed at the 42nd Street-Grand Central subway station, prompting a rapid response from the NYPD. A man, believed to be connected to the stabbings, was shot by officers and is currently in critical condition. The three victims, ranging in age from 65 to 84, are reported to be stable. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have advised the public to avoid the area as heavy police presence affects transit services.
NEW YORK (AP) — A troubling scene unfolded at the Grand Central subway station in New York on Saturday morning when three people were discovered with stab wounds. In a swift response, police confronted a man brandishing a knife on the platform, leading to an officer-involved shooting. The New York Police Department received an emergency call at approximately 9:40 a.m. reporting an assault. Upon arrival, they encountered the suspect, who was subsequently shot. He has been rushed to a hospital and is in critical condition according to a department spokesperson. The victims, aged 84, 65, and 70, were also taken to the hospital, but their conditions have stabilized. Additionally, two officers received medical evaluation following the incident. Authorities are currently investigating whether the stabbings originated on the subway train or the platform, as preliminary reports are still being gathered. New York Governor Kathy Hochul expressed her gratitude towards the responding officers via social media, commending their quick action to neutralize the threat. She affirmed that the state is working closely with the NYPD as the situation progresses. With ongoing investigations affecting transit, the NYPD has urged commuters to steer clear of Grand Central Station due to law enforcement activity. The Metropolitan Transit Authority reported that several subway lines were not stopping at the station, leading to increased delays and heavy traffic in the vicinity.}
