Photo: Leonard Zhukovsky / Shutterstock.com Six people were injured in a stabbing incident at Penn Station in New York, prompting a major emergency response at one of the busiest transportation hubs in the United States.
According to mayor Zohran Mamdani, authorities have taken the suspected attacker into custody following what he described as a rapid response by law enforcement.
"I've been briefed on the horrific stabbing at Penn Station," the mayor said in a statement posted on social media. "Based on the information available right now, six people were stabbed and the alleged perpetrator is in custody following a swift response from the Amtrak Police Department."
Emergency personnel responded to the scene and provided medical assistance to the victims. Details regarding the severity of the injuries have not yet been released.
"My heart is with everyone who was injured, their loved ones, and all those shaken by this unacceptable violence," Mamdani said. "I'm wishing each of the victims a full and speedy recovery."
The mayor also praised the efforts of responding officers and emergency crews.
"I'm grateful to the Amtrak Police Department and the first responders who acted quickly to apprehend the suspect and provide emergency care," he added.
Despite the incident, officials said rail operations have not been affected.
"There are currently no impacts to Amtrak service," Mamdani noted. "My administration is in contact with Amtrak officials as they investigate this incident."
Authorities have not yet released information about a possible motive, and the investigation remains ongoing. Penn Station, located in the heart of Manhattan, serves hundreds of thousands of passengers each day and is a major hub for Amtrak, commuter rail services, and New York City's transit network.
Police are expected to provide additional details as the investigation progresses.