Six people were injured in a stabbing at New York's Penn Station as city geared up for NBA Finals, World Cup. New York Fire Department reported one victim seriously hurt; all were taken to hospital after Sunday attack.
Initially,five wounded,officials said. But Mayor Zohran Mamdani later confirmed on X it was six. "Based on info available right now, six people were stabbed and alleged perpetrator is in custody," he stated . Circumstances unclear. City Comptroller Mark Levine described suspect as "emotionally disturbed homeless person."
All victims expected to survive. Gauze,medical gloves,blood seen near tracks five and six,where police set up cordon. State governor Kathy Hochul slammed it as "an act of horrific violence."
This violent episode hit one of busiest US transit hubs,days before major sports events. Madison Square Garden above Penn Station hosts NBA Finals' games three and four Monday,Wednesday. New York Knicks vs San Antonio Spurs. MetLife Stadium in New Jersey starts World Cup festivities Saturday .
New York's emergency alert system warned public to steer clear,expect traffic delays,road closures,transit disruptions due to ongoing police activity near Penn Station. What happens next…
