Adams tweeted that the volunteer 'who has been working hard and volunteering every day' was stabbed on 150th Street and Morris Ave.
The 42-year-old volunteer underwent surgery at Lincoln Hospital.
Police say the stabbing stemmed from a fight. The victim, who was putting up campaign posters for Adams was badly injured and ran a block from 150th Street to 149th Street to flag down officers.
"He was out campaigning and some type of dispute happened and he was stabbed multiple times," said Adams.
The suspect fled the scene and police are currently investigating.
Other NYC mayoral candidates tweeted their well wishes for the victim.
My thoughts are with he and his family and my heart hurts for Team Adams today. New Yorkers shouldn't have to fear walking down the street.
— Maya Wiley (@mayawiley) June 20, 2021
Horrible news. My thoughts are with your volunteer, their family, and your entire team, Eric.
— Andrew Yang🧢🗽🇺🇸 (@AndrewYang) June 20, 2021
This is horrifying news. My heart goes out to this volunteer and his loved ones. Elyse and I wish a speedy recovery.
— Scott Stringer (@scottmstringer) June 20, 2021
This is abhorrent. My thoughts are with this volunteer, his family, and all of Team Adams. Everyone over at Team Donovan is wishing for his speedy recovery.
— Shaun Donovan (@ShaunDonovanNYC) June 20, 2021
Pained to hear this. Sending love to his family and thinking of the team and volunteers.
— Kathryn Garcia (@KGforNYC) June 20, 2021
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