Police in New York are currently searching for a suspect following a violent early morning assault in Midtown Manhattan. The incident occurred at approximately 2:05 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3, outside a pizza shop located at 360 West 42nd Street, near the intersection of 42nd Street and 9th Avenue. During the attack, a 42-year-old man was stabbed in the chest. He was immediately rushed to NYC Health + Hospitals / Bellevue, where medical staff have confirmed he is currently in stable condition. Authorities have not yet identified or apprehended the individual responsible for the stabbing. Detectives are actively canvassing the area and reviewing surveillance footage. According to initial reports, the male suspect was last seen fleeing the scene on foot. Witnesses described him wearing dark pants and a white shirt, and noted that he was spotted running eastbound on 42nd Street immediately following the stabbing. The New York Police Department has classified the incident as an active investigation and has not ruled out additional suspects or locations. Law enforcement officials are emphasizing the importance of public assistance in locating the individual at large. Residents and business owners in the Midtown area are encouraged to review any personal security camera footage that may have captured the suspect’s movements before or after the incident. Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information regarding the stabbing is urged to come forward. The NYPD is asking the public to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS to provide anonymous tips. Detectives will follow up on all credible leads as the investigation continues. The victim remains hospitalized but is expected to recover, while police maintain a heightened presence in the vicinity to ensure community safety.