Man in critical condition after being stabbed in Harlem, NYPD says

Published May 6, 2024 at 11:05 a.m. ET

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Published May 6, 2024 at 11:05 a.m. ET

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A man was taken to the hospital in critical condition on Monday after being stabbed on a busy commercial block in Harlem, according to police.

NYPD officials said the 28-year-old victim was stabbed once in the chest around 9:30 a.m. on West 125th Street near Fifth Avenue, in front of a shopping center. First responders took him to Harlem Hospital with severe injuries.

Police said they were looking for a male suspect who is about 5’10” and was wearing a brown vest, black pants and a black face mask.

The officials said they did not immediately know what led to the stabbing.

This is a developing story and may be updated.

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Brittany Kriegstein covers all breaking news around New York City, with a focus on crime and gun violence. Got a tip? Email Brittany at [email protected].

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