Nassau Man Slashed 2 With Knife After Argument: Police

A Roosevelt man was arrested Monday night after police say he slashed two people with a knife following an argument.

According to police, John Williams, 54, was in his home when he got into an argument with a 49-year-old woman and a 50-year-old man. Police say that Williams grabbed a large knife and began attacking the two, causing multiple cuts to each of them.

Williams fled the home on foot, but was located a short time later and placed under arrest without incident, police said.

Both of the victims were taken to a hospital for treatment of their injuries. They are in stable condition.

Williams is charged with first- and second-degree assault and third-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Police say Williams was taken to a hospital and will be arraigned when medically practical.