The Second Squad reports the arrest of a woman for an Assault that occurred on Monday, October 12, 2026 at 11:06 AM in Nassau County.

According to detectives, officers responded to a motel for a disturbance. Upon arrival, officers were informed that a verbal argument had occurred between defendant Tammy Taylor, 57, and a 47-year-old male victim in one of the motel rooms. The argument quickly escalated into a physical altercation, during which the defendant stabbed the victim multiple times with a kitchen knife. The victim fled the room seeking help. The front desk notified 911 and requested police assistance. Defendant Taylor was placed under arrest without further incident. Both the victim and the defendant were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment and evaluation. The victim is in stable condition.

Defendant Taylor is being charged with Assault 2nd and Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree. She will be arraigned when medically practical.