Amtrak Station Stabbing Contained

Amtrak Station Stabbing Contained

Author: The Daily News Now! June 8, 2026 Duration: 1:12

Sunday night chaos erupted at Penn Station as at least five people were stabbed around 7 PM, with one victim in critical condition. Amtrak Police swiftly launched a manhunt, apprehending the suspect—later found with a knife—and using pepper spray and tackles to subdue him. Six hospitalizations were reported, though confirmation of all being stabbed is pending. Mayor praises first responders for containing the scene without disrupting Amtrak service. Authorities confirm this was a random act of violence, with the suspect described as having mental health issues and no terrorism links.

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