Bendtner Escapes Unharmed in NYC Attack
Nicklas Bendtner, the former Arsenal and Danish international striker, was the victim of a knife attack in New York City last Wednesday, reports The Sun. Bendtner was walking with two friends when a man armed with a knife attacked the group.
According to reports, Bendtner escaped without serious injury. However, one of his friends, a 55-year-old, suffered significant wounds to his back, face, and ears and required treatment at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Suspect Arrested
The 25-year-old suspect was quickly apprehended by New York police. He has since been charged with second-degree attempted murder and assault, as confirmed by FOX News.
Bendtner Confirms Incident
Bendtner acknowledged the attack to Danish outlet Ekstra Bladet, declining further comment when shown surveillance footage of the incident.
This shocking event underscores the ongoing safety concerns in urban environments, even for public figures like Bendtner, who was well-known during his football career for his stint with Arsenal.
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