Miami Airport Stabbing Sparks Panic, Woman in Critical Condition; Attacker Apprehended
July 21, 2024A woman is in critical condition after being stabbed by a man at Miami International Airport on Saturday evening.
The attacker also attempted to throw the woman over a railing before being apprehended by police.
The incident, described as unprovoked, caused fears of an active shooter in Terminal J.
Passengers in Terminals J and H were evacuated and later re-screened as a precaution.
The victim sustained multiple knife wounds and was hospitalized in critical condition.
Detectives are investigating the motive behind the attack and have not confirmed if the attacker and victim knew each other.
Security measures were taken to ensure passenger safety, and airport operations returned to normal by 1:30 a.m.
The investigation is ongoing, and travelers are advised to remain vigilant and follow instructions from airport personnel.
Summary based on 6 sources
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ABC News • Jul 21, 2024
Woman stabbed inside Miami International Airport, forcing evacuationMiami Herald • Jul 21, 2024
Woman in ‘critical condition’ after being stabbed at Miami International Airport