Posted on: February 18, 2026 08:30 AM

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New York State police arrest man for attempted murder in Malta stabbing

The New York State Police have arrested Shayne F. Vaccaro, age 22, in connection with a stabbing that occurred on February 15, 2026, at a business in the Shops of Malta, Town of Malta, Saratoga County.

At approximately 10:19 p.m., a State Trooper was clearing a traffic stop on State Route 67 when Vaccaro ran toward the patrol vehicle, stating that he had just stabbed someone. He was immediately taken into custody without incident.

Additional patrols responded to a nearby restaurant, where they located a 34-year-old male employee suffering from stab wounds to his chest and arm. A Saratoga County Sheriff’s Deputy applied a tourniquet, and EMS provided medical treatment before transporting the victim to Albany Medical Center. He is listed in stable condition and is expected to survive.

The investigation determined that Vaccaro allegedly waited outside the restaurant and attacked the victim as he exited after his shift. The knife used in the incident was recovered and processed by the State Police Forensic Investigation Unit.

Vaccaro has been charged with Attempted Murder in the Second Degree (Class B Felony). He was arraigned early this morning and remanded to the Saratoga County Jail on $200,000 cash bail or $400,000 bond.

The investigation remains ongoing.

From NYSP