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Man shot after stabbing three at Grand Central, NYPD says

An NYPD officer shot a knife-wielding suspect at Grand Central after police say three people were stabbed on the 4/5/6 platform; all victims were hospitalized and subway service is disrupted.

Apr 11th 2026 · United States

Insights

  • Incident occurred around 9:40 a.m. on the 4/5/6 subway platform at Grand Central-42nd Street.
  • Three victims, ages 84 male, 70 female, and 65 male, were hospitalized in stable condition.
  • An NYPD officer shot the knife-wielding suspect, who was hospitalized in critical condition.
  • MTA said 4, 5, and 6 trains are bypassing Grand Central and further delays are expected.
  • New York Governor Kathy Hochul was briefed and thanked officers for quickly stopping the suspect.

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