Man Stabs NYC EMT Multiple Times in Back of Ambulance After Being Picked Up on Medical Call

EMS worker stabbed multiple times by emotionally disturbed patient in NYC ambulance.
Attack occurred while transporting patient to hospital after responding to cardiac arrest call.
year-old female EMT hospitalized in stable condition after stabbing.
year-old suspect apprehended at scene and charged with assault and weapon possession.
Suspect has history of prior arrests including assaulting a police officer.