Posted on: July 08, 2024 10:00 AM

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Suspect in custody for the stabbing at Long Island amusement park

A stabbing at Long Island's Adventureland, an amusement park in Farmingdale left a Florida man in critical condition.

Polce arrested the suspect shortly.

Also police confirmed both victim and suspect knew each other and didn't disclose the details of the dispute. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon causing panic among the children and parents.

Police said at least one child witnessed the chaos, which prompted additional charges for the suspect.

Daniel Tomasky, a 42-year-old from Shirley, faces charges including assault, criminal possession of a weapon and endangering the welfare of a child.

The victim, James Burns, a 47-year-old from Florida was taken to hospital in critical condition.

Detectives are asking anyone with information on the incident to contact detectives at 631-854-8152.