Macy's Security Guard Killed in Double Stabbing After Botched Shoplifting Attempt

Philadelphia Macy's stabbing: Security guard killed in double stabbing at Macy's, police say

Philadelphia, PA -- Authorities say an unarmed security guard was killed in a double stabbing Monday morning at a Center City Macy's store.

Interim Police Commissioner John Stanford told reporters that the stabbing happened following a botched shoplifting attempt around 11 a.m.

Investigators believe the suspect was caught by security guards stealing hats, and handed over the stolen merchandise after a brief confrontation.

A short time later, investigators say the suspect returned to the store and stabbed two security guards with a knife.

Authorities say a 30-year-old security guard died at Jefferson Hospital from a stab wound to the neck.

The second victim, a 23-year-old, was treated for stab wounds to the face and arm.

Police said the suspect fled the store and was later captured by SEPTA police at the Somerset Station.

"Just a tragic situation, a few weeks before the holiday, these security officers are just doing their job, they're here to make sure that people can come to this location and shop in a safe manner," Stanford said. fox29.com