Bank of America vice president killed in Times Square stabbing

A Bank of America (BofA) vice president was killed in a stabbing in New York City's Times Square on Monday in what police described as a random and unprovoked attack, Report informs via Reuters.

Erin Piacenti, 32, was a vice president in BofA's business selection and conflicts unit, according to her LinkedIn profile.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said a woman carrying multiple large knives stabbed two people in Times Square before police used a Taser and fired their weapons.

Piacenti suffered stab wounds and was later pronounced dead, the NYPD said. A 68-year-old man was also stabbed and was in stable condition.

The suspect, identified as 49-year-old Pamela Cisneros, was killed as officers responded. Police said the attack occurred near West 42nd Street and Seventh Avenue and appeared to be random and unprovoked.

"We are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic loss of our colleague. She was a valued teammate who will be greatly missed," Bank of America said in a statement.

The NYPD said the investigation remains ongoing.

The attack comes as New York has recorded declines in major crime, shootings and murders this year.