A man was stabbed inside the Harold Washington Library in downtown Chicago on Friday afternoon.
According to police, the incident happened around 4:40 p.m. at the library, which is located at 400 S. State Street. A 26-year-old man was inside the library when a woman approached him. Without warning, she pulled out a sharp object and stabbed him.
Emergency responders arrived quickly at the scene. The injured man was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Fortunately, he was reported to be in good condition and is expected to recover.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and authorities are still investigating the attack. The motive behind the stabbing is unknown.
The Harold Washington Library is one of Chicago’s main public libraries and is usually a quiet and safe place for people to read, study, or work. Incidents like this are rare, and the news has left many library visitors and city residents shocked.
Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation. The safety of public spaces remains a priority, and officials are working to ensure that the library remains a secure place for the community.
More details may be released as the investigation continues.
