Two People Recovering from Stabbing Injuries in Albany Have a Suspect in Custody!
A man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing that occurred on Sunday afternoon in Albany. Police were called to the scene after receiving a report of a stabbing at around 4:20 p.m. on the 100 block of Grand Street.
When officers arrived, they discovered two victims—a 37-year-old woman who had a cut on her hand and a 13-year-old girl who had been injured in the mouth. Both individuals were treated on-site before being transported to Albany Medical Center for further care.
Authorities quickly identified and arrested 38-year-old Paul Smith. He now faces several charges, including second-degree assault, third-degree assault, third-degree possession of a weapon, and endangering the welfare of a child.
Smith is currently in custody while the investigation continues, but police have not released any further details on the motivation or circumstances that led to the incident.
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Residents of the Grand Street area were shocked by the violence but praised the quick response of local law enforcement. The neighborhood is typically quiet, making this incident especially troubling to those living nearby. This situation is still unfolding, and Albany Police are expected to release more information in the coming days as they continue their investigation.