38‑Year‑Old Woman Stabbed Twice in Random Attack at Macy’s Herald Square

A 38‑year‑old woman from Jurupa Valley was stabbed twice in a random attack at Macy’s Herald Square in Manhattan, authorities say.

Incident Details

At around 3 p.m. Thursday, the victim was changing her child’s diaper in a bathroom when she was stabbed in the back twice with a sharp object.

Victim and Response

“Police told NBC New York that after the victim was stabbed, she turned around and wrestled with the suspect on the ground, causing more cuts to her arm.”

Law enforcement sources told NBC Los Angeles exclusively that the victim and her significant other are employees of the LA County Sheriff’s Department.

The woman was taken to a hospital and treated. She’s expected to survive, and her baby girl is OK, according to NBC New York.

“The LA County Sheriff’s Department confirmed to NBCLA that the victim was indeed its employee, adding the department was notified by the New York Police Department about the incident.”

“The suspect, who was later identified as a 43‑year‑old woman from Massachusetts, was arrested for attempted murder, assault and weapon possession, according to New York police.”

Key Takeaways

• 38‑year‑old Jurupa Valley woman stabbed twice at Macy’s Herald Square.
• Victim and partner employees of the LA County Sheriff’s Department.
• 43‑year‑old Massachusetts woman arrested on multiple charges.

The incident highlights the sudden nature of the attack and the swift response of law enforcement in both New York and California.