A victim of a stabbing incident at Penn Station has criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Henry Obadiah, the victim, expressed his frustration during an interview on Fox & Friends, stating, "I've got to blame the administration, starting with Mamdani and Bragg." The suspect, identified as 51-year-old Hector Deleon, has a criminal history in both New York and New Jersey, according to local news reports. Bragg stated that Deleon had no active cases in New York state and no criminal history in Manhattan for nearly 20 years. Obadiah questioned why Deleon was not arrested despite a prior stabbing incident in New Jersey. Deleon has a history of multiple arrests, including for aggravated assault and drug offenses. The stabbing incident left multiple individuals injured, with one sustaining serious injuries. Obadiah recounted the chaotic scene at Penn Station, describing how he was attacked and the subsequent response from police. Mamdani expressed his condolences to the victims and praised the Amtrak Police Department for their swift action in apprehending the suspect.
Penn Station stabbing victim criticizes Mayor Mamdani and DA Bragg
Henry Obadiah, a victim of a stabbing at Penn Station, criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani and DA Alvin Bragg for the suspect's release prior to the incident. The suspect, Hector Deleon, has a criminal history and was involved in a chaotic stabbing incident that left several injured. Mamdani expressed sympathy for the victims and commended the police response.
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Penn Station stabbing victim slams Mamdani, DA Bragg for suspect being free on streets
Penn Station stabbing victim criticizes Mayor Mamdani and DA Bragg