Key facts
- Bank of America Vice President Erin Piacenti, 32, was fatally stabbed in Times Square.
- The suspect, Pamela Cisneros, 49, was shot and killed by police.
- A 68-year-old man was also stabbed and is in stable condition.
- The attack is believed to be random and unprovoked.
A Bank of America vice president, Erin Piacenti, 32, was fatally stabbed in Times Square on Monday in what authorities described as a random and unprovoked attack. The incident occurred near West 42nd Street and Seventh Avenue. Piacenti, who worked in the bank's business selection and conflicts unit, sustained fatal stab wounds. A 68-year-old man was also stabbed and is in stable condition.
Police responded to the scene and encountered the suspect, Pamela Cisneros, 49, who was armed with multiple large knives. Officers used a Taser and fired their weapons, killing Cisneros. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch noted that Cisneros had a documented history of mental health issues. Bank of America issued a statement expressing shock and sadness over the loss of their colleague, calling her a valued teammate.
The incident occurred in a high-traffic tourist area and has drawn attention to crime in New York City.