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- calendar_today November 9, 2026
Suspect Arrested in Brooklyn Runner's Stabbing
A 27-year-old man, Sayed Mohassib, has been arrested and faces murder charges for the fatal stabbing of Brooklyn runner Katie Suarez. The incident occurred nearly a week before his arrest, as Suarez was running near Shore Parkway and Bay 17th Street in Bath Beach.
Security Footage and Court Records Revealed
Court documents state that security camera footage placed Mohassib near the crime scene both before and after the attack, with video showing him running away. During questioning, Mohassib reportedly told investigators he had gone to the running path carrying a knife because he believed "people were going to come and kill his family." He also described sitting on a bench and becoming "covered in blood," but claimed he had not stabbed anyone. Prosecutors say Mohassib admitted to running home, disposing of his bloody clothes and the knife after the incident.
Employment at a Local School Sparks Questions
At the time of his arrest, Mohassib was working as a teacher’s aide at P.S. 200 in Bath Beach, just a few blocks from where Suarez was attacked. His employment has led to scrutiny of hiring practices, given revelations about his past.
Previous NYPD and Military Background
Before joining the Department of Education, Mohassib worked briefly as an NYPD officer in 2022, serving a little over a month before being granted extended military leave. His time in the Marine Corps also ended quickly when he was dismissed for being deemed mentally unfit. Mohassib later attempted to return to the NYPD but was denied reinstatement.
Department of Education Response
Following his arrest, the Department of Education suspended Mohassib. In a statement, officials said, "The safety of our students is our very top priority. We have suspended this individual and will move to terminate employment pending the outcome of the conviction. We are supporting the NYPD in their investigation however is needed."
Community Concerns About Mental Health
NY1 spoke with a local man familiar with Mohassib and his family through an Islamic center near the school. The man mentioned both Mohassib and his father had mental health issues, with the father being in a mental facility. He expressed concerns about Mohassib’s mental fitness for working with children.
Court Proceedings and Current Status
Mohassib has been arraigned on murder charges and is being held without bail. He is scheduled to appear in court again tomorrow as the investigation continues.
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Source: ny1.com.
