New York City’s Midtown area is reeling after two separate stabbing incidents that claimed the lives of two men near Times Square, one of whom was a 23-year-old. The first attack occurred in the early hours of Monday morning when police responded to reports of a man lying with multiple stab wounds on West 49th Street near Seventh Avenue. The victim, later identified as Daevon Silva, 23, of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, had sustained multiple wounds to his back and right thigh. He was transported to Bellevue Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
In the second incident, investigators say another man was found fatally stabbed in a separate location near Times Square. Although details remain limited, police believe both stabbings are unrelated but underscore the rising level of violence in Midtown Manhattan.
Law-enforcement officials describe Silva’s attack as sudden and brutal. Witnesses reported seeing a confrontation before the stabbing, but no arrests have yet been made. Police have released images and descriptions of multiple suspects believed to have fled the scene on foot. The NYPD’s homicide division has urged anyone with video footage or information to come forward.
The second victim has not yet been publicly identified, and the investigation into that case remains active. Authorities believe the two incidents, though close in time and location, are separate. They continue to canvass businesses, review surveillance footage, and interview potential witnesses in the area.
Midtown Manhattan—traditionally one of the most visited and visible neighborhoods in the city—is now confronting a spike in violent crime. Previous statistics indicate that stabbings and assaults have increased in this corridor, raising concerns among residents, business owners, and tourists.
Greater police presence has been noted in the hours after the incidents, and local businesses have expressed unease about the impact on evening foot traffic. Some patrons said they felt unsafe returning to familiar blocks near Times Square, hoping the swift investigation will restore confidence.
When violence strikes seemingly out of nowhere—especially in a public place like Times Square—the aftermath for victims and families can be devastating. Beyond the criminal case, there may be civil avenues for justice.
At Haggard Crime Victim Attorney, a division of The Haggard Law Firm, led by attorney Michael Haggard, Esq., we advocate for victims of stabbings, assaults, and other violent crimes. Families of victims may have the right to pursue civil claims, seeking compensation for medical bills, trauma, loss of income, funeral expenses, and more.
Properties, venues, or municipal entities may bear responsibility if they failed to provide adequate security or foresee risks. We investigate all contributing factors—including security camera coverage, lighting, signage, staffing, and prior incidents. Our firm offers free consultations and works on a contingency-fee basis—you pay nothing unless we secure results.
If you or someone you love was a victim of a violent attack in a public space, contact Haggard Crime Victim Attorney today at crimevictim.attorney for immediate support.
Police continue to canvass the area around West 49th Street and Seventh Avenue and other nearby blocks, reviewing footage and encouraging witnesses to contact the NYPD tip line. Anyone with smartphone video or foot-traffic surveillance from around the time of the stabbings is urged to come forward. The department has stressed there is no ongoing threat to the public at large, but the cases highlight the unpredictable nature of violence in urban centers.
These tragic killings underscore the need for vigilance, community cooperation, and robust security measures in highly trafficked city zones like Times Square. For the families of those lost and injured, the path to justice may involve both criminal sanction and civil accountability—and legal expertise is often key to securing the support and answers they need.
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