Machete Attack at NYC Grand Central Terminal Leaves Three Injured
NYC Grand Central attack: Machete-wielding man slashes 3 at subway before being shot by NYPD - here's what happened
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A machete attack at Grand Central Terminal in New York City injured three individuals during the morning commute. The assailant, 44-year-old Anthony Griffin, was shot by police after refusing to drop his weapon. Authorities confirmed there is no link to terrorism.
- 01Three people were injured in a machete attack at Grand Central Terminal.
- 02The assailant, Anthony Griffin, was shot by police after threatening officers.
- 03Victims included an 84-year-old man and a 65-year-old man with serious injuries.
- 04Police confirmed no terrorism link to the incident.
- 05New York officials praised the swift response of transit officers.
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A violent incident occurred at Grand Central Terminal in New York City on a busy morning commute when 44-year-old Anthony Griffin attacked three individuals with a machete-like knife. The attack, which took place on the subway platforms, resulted in an 84-year-old man suffering serious head injuries, a 65-year-old man with an open skull fracture, and a 70-year-old woman with shoulder cuts. All victims were transported to the hospital with injuries reported as non-life-threatening. Police responded quickly after being alerted around 09:40 EDT. Griffin, who was acting erratically and claimed to be 'Lucifer,' was shot by officers after he refused to comply with orders to drop his weapon. He was later pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. Authorities confirmed that there was no suspected link to terrorism, and New York Governor Kathy Hochul condemned the attack as a 'senseless act of violence.' Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch noted Griffin had prior arrests but was not classified as emotionally disturbed in police records. The investigation is ongoing, and officials have advised the public to avoid the area.
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This incident raises concerns about safety in public transport systems, impacting commuters' sense of security.
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