NYPD shoots knife-wielding woman in Times Square

A woman armed with two large knives stabbed two people in Times Square, with one victim killed and the other seriously injured before police fatally shot the suspect as she advanced toward officers. The confrontation occurred near West 43rd Street and Seventh Avenue in a highly crowded, tourist-heavy area, and video footage shows officers attempting to subdue the suspect with Tasers before exchanging gunfire. Authorities say the attack appears random and not terror-related, though they are reviewing the suspect’s mental health history as part of the investigation. Both the suspect and at least one victim died at or shortly after hospital arrival, with other victims reported in critical condition, and the scene was secured as authorities urged people to avoid the area. Police described a rapid incident timeline, noting that the stabbings and the ensuing shootout unfolded within seconds as officers responded to reports of a knife-wielding individual. The case remains under investigation with officials providing updates as more information becomes available.