Man Charged For Slashing Court Officers At NYC Criminal Courthouse

NEW YORK CITY — A 37-year-old man has been charged and arraigned after he slashed multiple court officers at a Manhattan courthouse on Monday, prosecutors said.

Jonathan Wohl has been charged with attempted murder, attempted aggravated assault upon a police officer and assault, prosecutors said.

The incident happened at 100 Centre Street around 9:45 a.m., police said.

The officers were attacked in the lobby of the building as they were monitoring the metal detectors and working security detail.

One officer suffered a slash wound to the face and another was slashed in the neck. They were taken to Bellevue Hospital for treatment and are in stable condition.

A third officer was pushed by the suspect into a metal barrier. Two other officers were injured as they tried to detain the suspect.

“Our court officers perform a vital, profound function. It’s a dangerous job. We’re thankful for the work they do. As you heard in court – the defendant, we allege, as it appears, engaged in targeted activity focused on officers. We will not tolerate that in Manhattan. I’m grateful for the work they do each and every day," District Attorney Alvin Bragg said in a statement.

A motive into the slashing has not been determined.

Wohl's next court appearance is scheduled for June 20.