At around 11:25 p.m. on Friday, a 39-year-old man was sitting on a bench near the southwestern section of the park when an unknown male approached him.
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It's unclear whether the two individuals knew each other or if there was a dispute, but police say the 39-year-old was stabbed in the torso.
The incident took place as many other people were in the park at the time.
The suspect took off, fleeing the busy scene.
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The victim was then rushed to Bellevue Hospital, where he is listed in stable condition and expected to survive his injuries.
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An arrest has yet to be made, as police continue to search for that suspect.
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