A 39-year-old man was stabbed to death in the heart of Times Square late Monday night, police said, after an attack outside 132 W. 43rd Street left him with multiple stab wounds to the face, torso and back. Emergency medical crews rushed him to NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue, where he was later pronounced dead. Investigators are now searching for three men who may have been involved.
As reported by News 12 Bronx, police confirmed the victim was 39 years old and could not be saved after arriving at Bellevue. Sources told the outlet that detectives are looking for three potential suspects. Anyone with information is urged to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
Recent Stabbings Near Midtown
The killing adds to a troubling run of blade violence in and around Midtown. A recent report, teen stabbed steps from Times Square, detailed how an 18-year-old was stabbed near West 39th Street on April 27 and taken to Bellevue, fueling ongoing worries about safety in one of the city's busiest tourist zones.
Police Ask Public For Tips
The NYPD is leaning on the public for help. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-577-TIPS, by texting TIP577 to 274637, or through the department's online tip form. NYPD Crime Stoppers notes that rewards of up to $3,500 may be offered for anonymous information that leads to an arrest and indictment.
The NYPD has not released the victim's name, and the investigation remains active. Anyone who was in the area and may have video or information is asked to contact the NYPD or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers.
