A woman has been stabbed to death on a train in Atlanta in broad daylight.
Police responded to reports of a knife attack at the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Oakland City Station just after 12pm.
John Elijah Matthews, 25, was arrested by cops at the scene and later charged with murder, MARTA Police Chief Michael Kreher told the Daily Mail.
Emergency responders treated the wounded woman at the station, but she died from her injuries. She was later identified as Margaret Swan, 66.
Kreher said a small pocket-knife, less than three inches in size, was recovered from the scene. MARTA police said several horrified passengers witnessed the crime.
‘This appears to be a senseless act of violence, and our thoughts are with the victim’s loved ones and those who witnessed this horrific incident,’ the department said.
‘We understand the concern and fear incidents like this can cause for those who ride and work on the MARTA system.
MARTA Police are actively investigating and remain committed to the safety and security of our riders and employees.’
Too bad some of them “horrified spectators” didn’t stop this attack and save this elderly woman’s life.