Flatiron Slasher Stabs Man in Random Attack
By Staff Reporter
Manhattan Voice
April 13, 2026
NEW YORK, NY - Cops are looking for a slasher in the flatiron district who randomly went up to a man and stabbed him in the leg.
According to police, the April 7, 2026 there was a Manhattan slashing incident near 230 5th Avenue at 9:10 pm occurred within the confines of the 13th Precinct. A 28-year-old man was walking in the area when he was suddenly approached by an unknown individual.
Authorities say the suspect displayed a sharp cutting instrument and, without warning, carried out a random slashing attack in Manhattan involving unidentified suspect with sharp weapon. The victim was struck in the right thigh before the attacker fled.
The suspect fleeing southbound on 5th Avenue after Manhattan assault remains unidentified, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Despite the severity of the incident, the victim transported himself to NYU Langone Tisch Hospital where he was treated and is currently listed in stable condition.
The NYPD has released photos of the individual believed to be connected to the assault. Officials are asking for help in identifying suspect in Manhattan slashing captured on NYPD released surveillance media and stress that even minor details may assist the investigation.
This case highlights ongoing concerns surrounding public safety in Manhattan high-traffic areas like 5th Avenue at night. Police presence remains active as the investigation continues.
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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