Philadelphia Woman Charged with Attempted Murder in Random Stabbing Spree

Takeira Hester, 28, faces multiple charges after allegedly attacking a 24-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy in separate incidents.

Takeira Hester was arrested on charges including attempted murder after stabbing a 24-year-old woman and a 1-year-old boy in separate incidents in Philadelphia.
The attacks occurred within hours of each other on April 13, with the victims taken to local hospitals and listed in stable condition.
Hester, who has a criminal history in New York, was apprehended after dropping a backpack during her escape, which led to her identification.
The stabbings appear to be random, with no words exchanged before the attacks, according to police.
Investigations are ongoing, with authorities examining Hester's mental health and motive for the attacks.