A woman stabbed and killed one person and injured another in a Times Square attack before being shot dead by police. The incident marks the second fatal stabbing in the area this year.
The suspect, a 49-year-old woman from Queens, stabbed a 68-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman with kitchen knives before police used a Taser and fired shots to subdue her. The victims were hospitalized, with one later dying from wounds.
New York City officials described the attack as random and unprovoked, with no terrorism link. The suspect had a history of mental health contacts with police but no prior arrests. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about public safety in the city.
The attack occurred near One Times Square, a major tourist destination, and follows a similar incident in May. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident, which has raised questions about the safety of the area.