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- NYPD shoots woman with knife near Times Square after she attacked at least 2 people, officials say (nbcnews.com)
Manhattan authorities responded Monday afternoon to a violent incident near Times Square, where a woman reportedly attacked at least two individuals with a knife.
Officials confirmed that the woman was armed during the stabbings, which took place close to the busy intersection of West 43rd Street and Seventh Avenue.
The condition of both the victims and the suspect has not been disclosed at this time. Investigators are currently looking into the woman’s mental health background as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Police emphasized that the attack does not appear to be linked to terrorism. The New York City Police Department has urged the public to steer clear of the area while the investigation continues.