Man Stabbed Multiple Times at Broadway-Lafayette Station During Early Morning Subway Dispute

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A 51-year-old man was stabbed multiple times during an early morning dispute at the Broadway-Lafayette subway station in Manhattan, police say


By Staff Reporter

Manhattan Voice

January 28, 2026


NEW YORK, NY - A 51-year-old man is recovering after being stabbed multiple times during an early morning incident inside the Broadway-Lafayette subway station, according to police.


The stabbing happened around 5:11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in the mezzanine level of the Broadway-Lafayette Station in Manhattan. Authorities say the victim became involved in a verbal dispute with an unidentified man while inside the station.






As the victim attempted to exit the station, the situation escalated.


Police report that the suspect approached the victim from behind and stabbed him multiple times in the back with a knife. After the attack, the suspect fled the station on foot, traveling in an unknown direction.



Emergency medical services responded quickly and transported the victim to NYC Health and Hospitals/Bellevue, where he was listed in stable condition.


The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying the individual involved. The suspect is described as:


  • Male


  • Light complexion


  • Approximately in his 30s


  • About 6 feet 4 inches tall


  • Last seen wearing all black clothing



No arrests have been made as of publication, and the investigation remains ongoing.


The stabbing adds to growing concerns about early morning subway safety in Manhattan, particularly during off-peak hours when platforms and mezzanine areas are less crowded. Police have not indicated whether surveillance footage from the station has been recovered but say detectives are continuing to canvass the area.


Incidents involving violent crime in New York City subway stations, especially stabbings during morning commute hours, continue to draw public attention and raise questions about transit security and rider safety.


Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/, on X @NYPDTips. 


All calls are confidential.

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