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Two people stabbed at SEPTA station in University City
Police say a woman stabbed a man at SEPTA’s 40th Street Station Saturday night, then stabbed a woman on the eastbound platform.
PHILADELPHIA - Two people were stabbed during separate incidents at SEPTA’s 40th Street Station on Saturday evening, prompting a police response and a temporary service disruption.
What we know:
According to SEPTA, the stabbings happened around 7:30 p.m. at 40th Street Station.
Police said a woman stabbed a man as he was entering the station. After a confrontation, the same suspect then stabbed another woman on the eastbound platform.
The suspect was taken into custody, officials said.
SEPTA said the female victim is in stable condition. The male victim is listed in critical condition.
Transit impact
SEPTA said the Market-Frankford Line bypassed 40th Street Station in both directions due to police activity.
Normal service has since resumed.
What's next:
Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the stabbings. No additional details were immediately released.
The Source: This article is based on information provided by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority.