Chaos at Sally Beauty Supply Shakes Sixth Avenue
October 9, 2025 FLATIRON DISTRICT, Manhattan – The normally bustling routine of a Wednesday morning was brutally shattered by an alleged domestic dispute that turned into a violent knife attack inside a Sally Beauty Supply store on Sixth Avenue at West 17th Street. The horrific incident left a store worker and a responding NYPD officer injured, drawing a massive police presence to the heart of the Flatiron District.
The stunning attack, which unfolded with rapid intensity, saw 21-year-old Christopher David taken into custody. He is now facing a charge of assault following the morning's bloodshed.
Officer Slashed Intervening in Violent Attack
Sources confirm the initial violence targeted a 21-year-old victim—reportedly a store worker—who was rushed to Bellevue Hospital. Officials have stated the victim is in stable condition, but the nature of the wounds remains a stark reminder of the morning's sudden danger.
The situation escalated dramatically when a responding New York City police officer attempted to intervene in the volatile scene. In a moment of selfless action, the officer was slashed in the hand by the assailant. The injured officer was quickly transported to a local hospital and is also listed in stable condition, a testament to the swift, professional response that prevented further tragedy.
"I was going to the deli and I saw a guy running and the cops were running after him," eyewitness Anthoula Favatas told reporters, detailing the chaotic minutes following the attack. "Somebody was handcuffed, somebody came out and got put in an ambulance. We did see blood."
Investigation Underway: Domestic Roots of Violence
While the full scope of the altercation remains under investigation, police have indicated that the stabbing stemmed from a domestic dispute, highlighting a critical public safety issue that frequently spills into public spaces. The knife used in the attack was recovered at the scene by investigators.
