5 people stabbed inside Manhattan’s Penn Station, suspect in custody
Five people were injured, one seriously, during a mass stabbing inside Penn Station on Sunday evening before a male suspect was taken into custody. Authorities have advised the public to completely avoid the transit hub while law enforcement conducts an ongoing crime scene investigation.
NEW YORK – Five people were injured Sunday evening in a mass stabbing in a New Jersey Transit waiting area inside Penn Station, authorities said.
What we know:
The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) responded to the bustling transit hub near West 33rd Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan after receiving emergency calls around 7 p.m. reporting an individual attacking multiple people.
According to first responders, five civilians were injured in the attack. One victim suffered serious injuries, two sustained moderate injuries and two others reported minor injuries. All five patients were transported to Bellevue Hospital for treatment.
The FDNY confirmed that the suspect is currently in police custody.
Amtrak has confirmed that an investigation is underway.
What you can do:
NYC Emergency Management has advised the public to completely avoid the area.
Heavy traffic delays, road closures, emergency personnel presence and significant disruptions to mass transit are expected around Penn Station as operations continue.
Big picture view:
The stabbing occurred less than a day before President Donald Trump is expected to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden on Monday.
With the arena located directly above Penn Station, security in the area had already been increased ahead of the game and the president’s visit.
The Source: Information from the FDNY, Amtrak, NYC Emergency Management and previous FOX 5 N.Y. reporting.