2 stabbed in apparent unprovoked attack on Upper West Side, police say
Summary
Two men were stabbed in separate attacks on the Upper West Side in New York City. The suspect, Raul Morales, was arrested, and police are investigating if the attacks were hate crimes possibly linked to mental health issues.Key Facts
- The attacks happened around 1:30 p.m. with one victim stabbed near West 84th Street and Central Park West and the other near 86th Street and Amsterdam Avenue.
- The two victims are a 57-year-old Asian man and a 50-year-old Jewish man, who do not know each other.
- The suspect reportedly shouted "Allahu Akbar" during both attacks.
- A screwdriver was believed to be the weapon used in the second stabbing.
- The suspect barricaded himself in an apartment before NYPD officers took him into custody.
- Raul Morales, 51, has seven prior arrests, including drug-related cases.
- Police are examining whether mental health issues played a role in the attacks.
- Community members and local officials expressed concern and relief that the victims are expected to survive.
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