6 Years In 'Vicious' And 'Senseless' Early Morning Stabbing On City Street

NEWBURGH, NY — A random act of violence changed the life of the victim, and now, the man responsible will go to prison.

Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that 26-year-old Marvin Hampton, of Marlboro, was sentenced to six years in prison to be followed by three years of post-release supervision after previously pleading guilty to second-degree assault.

On March 13, around 4:30 a.m., Hampton approached two men on William Street, in the City of Newburgh.

After inquiring who the men were, Hampton punched one of the men who attempted to run away. Hampton then slashed the man, causing a large laceration.

A passing vehicle stopped and took the victim to the hospital, where he required surgery. The victim later recovered from the wounds.

At the plea proceedings, Hampton admitted to intentionally causing the victim physical injury by means of a sharp object.

DA Hoovler thanked the City of Newburgh Police Department for their investigation which led to the arrest of Hampton.

"This defendant's violent admitted actions are as vicious as they are senseless," Hoovler said. "We work closely with our law enforcement partners to identify the perpetrators of violent crime and to build cases that ultimately hold them accountable. While the victim in this case thankfully avoided more serious injury, the significant prison sentence imposed on this offender reflects the gravity of the crimes committed."