NEW YORK —

A Massachusetts woman was arrested Thursday for allegedly stabbing a victim several times inside a Macy's in New York City.

Kerri Aherne, 43, of Tewksbury, was charged with attempted murder, assault, and criminal possession of a weapon.

The incident occurred around 3:13 p.m. on the 7th floor of the Macy's at 1440 Broadway.

The New York City Police Department said Aherne stabbed a 38-year-old woman multiple times in the back and on the arm.

The victim was transported to an area hospital. Officials said she is in stable condition.

According to police, the attack was unprovoked.

The incident remains under investigation, and no further information was immediately available.

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