Knife-Wielding Man Kills Two, Injures Woman in NYC Spree: Police

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A man went on a stabbing spree in Manhattan, killing two people and critically injuring a woman on Monday, according to police. The alleged attacker, a 51-year-old homeless man with multiple past arrests, was caught after a good Samaritan alerted authorities. The unprovoked attacks occurred at different locations in the city, with the first victim being stabbed at a construction site and the second victim being attacked while fishing. The third victim, a woman, was stabbed near the United Nations building. The suspect faces questioning as investigators look into the motive behind the attacks. This is a clear example of the criminal justice system and mental health system failing New Yorkers, according to Mayor Eric Adams. **Another day, another tragedy in NYC.

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