On June 16, a suspect was detained after stabbing two court officers at the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse, raising alarms about court security. The attack occurred just before 9:45 a.m. during a targeted assault on officers in the lobby. Quick actions by other officers led to the assailant's arrest after he was subdued. The OCA is conducting a criminal investigation, coinciding with an advocacy campaign highlighting security issues in courts. Patrick Cullen, President of the NY State Supreme Court Officers Association, called for immediate action to enhance safety measures for court staff and the public.
‘What will it take for court leaders to take the appropriate action to secure these facilities? Our members aren't safe and neither is the public. The time to act is now!’ stated Patrick Cullen, President of the NY State Supreme Court Officers Association.
Following an advocacy campaign addressing safety deficiencies in courts, the stabbing incident highlights the urgent need for improved security measures in judicial facilities.
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