1 dead, suspect shot by police after Times Square stabbings

The Brief

A woman was fatally shot by NYPD officers Monday after she allegedly stabbed two people in Times Square, killing one and seriously injuring another.

The incident happened around 4:27 p.m. near West 43rd Street and Seventh Avenue, one of Manhattan's busiest tourist areas. Police said the woman was armed with two large knives when officers confronted her near an NYPD substation.

The female stabbing victim later died at a hospital. The second victim, a man, was also hospitalized with serious injuries. The suspect was taken to a hospital after officers shot her and later died.

What We Know

Police said the woman allegedly attacked two people before fleeing north toward an NYPD substation. Officers confronted her and ordered her to drop the knives.

Authorities said officers first attempted to stop her with a Taser. She allegedly continued moving toward officers while holding the knives, prompting police to fire.

The incident led to a large police response and temporary street closures around Times Square. Authorities urged people to avoid the area while investigators processed the scene.

Police described the woman as apparently emotionally disturbed. Officials have said there is no indication that the incident was terrorism-related. The motive remains under investigation.

What’s Next

The NYPD is continuing its investigation into the stabbings and the officer-involved shooting.

Investigators are expected to review witness accounts and available video as they work to establish the full sequence of events. The identities of the victims and suspect had not been publicly released in the latest reports reviewed.

Two police officers were also taken to a hospital after the incident, according to local reporting, with no serious physical injuries reported.