New York police kill knife-wielding woman in Times Square

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: September 1, 2026Country: United States

Crime & Law

New York police kill knife-wielding woman in Times Square

A woman was shot dead by police in Times Square, New York, while armed with two large knives. Police stated that she had stabbed two people, one of whom died from the injuries. This incident has raised concerns and reactions throughout the city.

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