Orthodox Jewish man stabbed multiple times outside Rockland County home: reports

Melissa Koenig
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An Orthodox Jewish man was stabbed multiple times outside his Rockland County home, according to reports.

The victim, who was not initially identified by authorities, left his home in New City at around 8:30 p.m. Thursday to get something from his car when he was accosted, according to Hamodia.

The suspect asked the victim a question, then attacked him with a knife — stabbing him eight times before fleeing, according to the report.

An Orthodox Jewish man was stabbed multiple times right outside his Rockland County home Thursday night. WABC
An Orthodox Jewish man was stabbed multiple times right outside his Rockland County home Thursday night. WABC

He suffered multiple stab wounds to his arm and hand and was rushed to Westchester Medical Center, the Monsey Scoop reports.

Cops using K9s to search the area took a man into custody, according to ABC 7.

However, he has denied any involvement and did not have any blood on his hands or clothes, witnesses told the Monsey Scoop.

The victim reportedly left his home at around 8:30 p.m. to get something from his car when he was attacked. WABC
The victim reportedly left his home at around 8:30 p.m. to get something from his car when he was attacked. WABC

The victim is now recovering at the Westchester hospital where he is expected to provide a statement after surgery.

Ramapo Police Department did not immediately respond to requests for more info Friday.