2 people stabbed at Westchester Community College; 2 suspects in custody
Investigators say an argument took a violent turn at around 12:40 p.m. Wednesday near 75 Grasslands Road. One victim was seriously wounded during the attack.
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Two people were stabbed at SUNY Westchester Community College in Vahalla, according to county police, who initially reported three victims and later corrected the number.
Investigators say an argument took a violent turn at around 12:40 p.m. Wednesday near 75 Grasslands Road.
Paramedics took both victims to Westchester Medical Center. According to investigators, one victim was seriously wounded during the attack.
Police say officers took two suspects into custody. They were taken to Phelps Medical Center to receive treatment for fight-related injuries.
Investigators say a knife was recovered at the scene.
News 12 cameras captured the aftermath of the attack, which shows items of clothing strewn across a lawn labeled with evidence markers.
According to police, there is no continuing threat to the campus.
The identities of the victims and the suspects were not immediately known.
A SUNY Westchester Community College spokesperson released the following statement.
“Our top priority is ensuring a safe and welcoming campus environment for students, faculty, and staff. There was an incident on campus that has been resolved. The Westchester County Police are leading the investigation into this incident, with the full cooperation and support of the SUNY Westchester community.
County police urge anyone with information and/or footage of the incident to call them directly at 914-864-7701, call the voice tip line at (800) 898-TIPS (8477) or submit electronic tips to tips@wccops.com.
