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Woman randomly stabs 2 people in Times Square, killing 1, then is killed by police
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· September 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A 68-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman were stabbed, with the man struck in the abdomen. The attacker, a 49-year-old woman, used two knives from a shopping bag.
From New York: A woman randomly stabbed two people, killing one, before being fatally shot by police. The incident occurred next to a police substation, a heavily touristed area. A 68-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman were stabbed, with the man struck in the abdomen. The attacker, a 49-year-old woman, used two knives from a shopping bag.
The police response was swift, with the shooting happening just before 4:30 p.m. Further details about the incident are available from officials.
The area where the incident occurred is known for being heavily policed, hosting a major annual celebration.
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Category: safety Published: September 1, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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