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A stabbing spree at New York's Penn Station on Sunday (June 7) left six people injured, according to authorities. The attack occurred around 7 p.m. in one of the nation's busiest transportation hubs, located beneath Madison Square Garden. The victims, ranging in age from 16 to 65, were taken to Bellevue and Cornell Hospitals with injuries varying from minor to serious.
The suspect, described as emotionally disturbed, was apprehended by Amtrak police shortly after the incident. Authorities have not yet released the suspect's identity or the motive behind the attack. The New York City Fire Department reported that a knife was recovered at the scene.
The violence unfolded just a day before a highly anticipated NBA Finals game between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden. The game is expected to draw large crowds, including President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Security measures have been heightened in the area due to the event.
Mayor Mamdani expressed his concern, stating, "My heart is with everyone who was injured, their loved ones, and all those shaken by this unacceptable violence." Governor Kathy Hochul also condemned the attack, labeling it an "act of horrific violence."
The incident remains under investigation by Amtrak police, with assistance from the New York Police Department. As reported by U.S. News, amNewYork, and USA TODAY, the attack has not impacted Amtrak services, and the investigation is ongoing.