Grand Central Stabbing: On the evening of Saturday, January 4, 2025, chaos erupted aboard a Metro-North train as a 31-year-old passenger was stabbed in the chest following a dispute over loud music. The incident occurred around 7 p.m. on a New Haven line train as it was pulling into Grand Central Terminal. According to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Police Department (MTAPD), the altercation began when Abdul Malik Little, 46, was playing music loudly on his phone’s speaker. The victim, who was seated nearby, objected to the noise, leading to a heated argument that escalated into violence.
Stabbing Details: Victim Identifies Suspect
As tensions rose, Little allegedly stabbed the victim twice in the chest. Despite his injuries, the victim managed to exit the train at Grand Central Terminal. Once outside, he immediately alerted patrolling police officers and identified Abdul Malik Little as the assailant. The police apprehended Little without resistance and recovered the knife used in the attack.
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The victim was rushed to Bellevue Hospital, where his injuries were reported as non-life-threatening. Abdul Malik Little, a resident of Jamaica, NY, was arrested and charged with Attempted Murder, Felony Assault, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon.
Recent Rise in Violence at Grand Central
This stabbing is part of an unsettling pattern of rising violence at Grand Central Terminal. Just two weeks prior, on Christmas Eve, another violent incident occurred when suspect Jason Sargeant allegedly slashed a man and a woman during a chaotic rampage through the terminal. Additionally, a horrific incident on December 22, 2024, involved the tragic death of 57-year-old Debrina Kawam, who was set on fire by suspect Sebastian Zapeta-Calil at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue subway station.
Conclusion: A Growing Concern for Public Safety
This series of violent events highlights the growing concern over safety in public spaces, including commuter rails and transit stations like Grand Central Terminal. As investigations into these incidents continue, authorities are working to address the rising violence in New York City’s transit system. Meanwhile, Abdul Malik Little faces serious charges, and the victim of Saturday’s stabbing is recovering from his injuries.
The incidents at Grand Central serve as a reminder of the importance of maintaining safety and addressing rising concerns about violence in public areas.