Sanitation Worker Stabbed in Morning Attack Near Lincoln Avenue
MOUNT VERNON, NY — A City of Mount Vernon Department of Public Works sanitation employee was stabbed Tuesday morning while performing his duties in the area of Lincoln Avenue and North 7th Avenue, according to a statement released by Tim Allen, Director of Communications for the City of Mount Vernon.
According to preliminary information provided by the city, the suspect attacked the sanitation worker, resulting in multiple stab wounds. The injuries were described as non-life-threatening, and the victim was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.
The incident remains under investigation by the Mount Vernon Police Department. The city says additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
Black Westchester will update this story as more details are released.
