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5 people stabbed at Penn Station, Amtrak police say. Here's what we know.
Updated on: June 8, 2026 / 6:17 PM EDT / CBS New York
TL;DR
- Six people, including the suspect, were taken to the hospital after a stabbing at Penn Station.
- The suspect, identified as 51-year-old Hector De Leon, was taken into custody by Amtrak Police.
- Preliminary reports indicate the incident was a random act of violence.
- A knife was recovered from the scene.
- One victim described the scene as chaotic with blood and injured individuals.
- The suspect is believed to be homeless and emotionally disturbed, with no terror links.
- The suspect had one prior drug arrest in New Jersey.