Suspect Arrested in Upper West Side Slashing

A 55-year-old Danish tourist was slashed in the face and ear in an unprovoked attack on New York City's Upper West Side, prompting police to arrest a 25-year-old suspect shortly after the incident. The assault occurred around 10:20 a.m. on West 86th Street, where surveillance footage showed the suspect running up from behind and attacking the victim with a knife. Despite being seriously injured, the tourist is in stable condition after receiving treatment at Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital. The suspect, who resides nearby and has prior complaints against him, was apprehended on West 85th Street and is awaiting charges. This attack follows a series of unrelated violent incidents in Manhattan, including a knife-wielding spree earlier in the week. The police continue to investigate the motive behind the slashing, which remains unclear.