Erin Piacenti, vice president of Bank of America, was identified as the fatal victim of the stabbing that occurred in Times Square, New York, on Monday. The perpetrator of the crime was shot dead by police.
The attack happened in broad daylight in one of the busiest areas of New York, causing alarm among residents and tourists present in the area at the time of the incident.
The authorities have not yet publicly disclosed the motives that may have led to the crime, with the investigation ongoing to clarify the circumstances that led to the fateful episode.
Erin Piacenti was known in financial circles for holding a highly responsible position at Bank of America, one of the largest banking institutions in the United States.
