New York Man Accused of Slashing Coworker’s Throat During Ride Home
The victim reportedly jumped from the moving vehicle and sought help after the alleged attack.
A New York man faces charges of attempted murder after allegedly slashing his female coworker’s throat while she was driving him home. The incident occurred Friday in Saratoga Springs.
According to Saratoga Springs police, the victim was giving her coworker, identified as David Cruz Torres, 36, of Michoacán, Mexico, a ride home after their shift. During the drive, Cruz Torres allegedly produced a knife and attacked the woman, cutting her neck. The victim managed to exit the moving car and call for assistance.
Police responded to the scene and found the victim with a serious neck laceration. She was airlifted to a local hospital with injuries described as life-threatening.
The vehicle, with the alleged assailant inside, reportedly crashed into Augie’s To-Go, an Italian restaurant, as the attack unfolded. Police detained Cruz Torres when he attempted to flee the area.
Cruz Torres has been charged with second-degree attempted murder and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Fox News Digital reached out to the Department of Homeland Security.