Police: Man stabbed woman on elevator at SEPTA station

KENSINGTON (WPVI) -- SEPTA officials are seeking the public's help in identifying a man wanted in connection with a stabbing at a train station in Kensington.

Officials released a surveillance photo Saturday of the suspect.

The incident happened around 1:32 a.m. Saturday at the Huntington Station of the Market-Frankford El in the 2600 block of Kensington Avenue.

Police say a 30-year-old woman got into the station elevator to take the El when the suspect also entered with her.

The suspect pulled a knife on the victim, police say, demanding money. He then stabbed the woman in her left shoulder and leg.

The victim was taken to Temple University Episcopal Hospital where she is listed in stable condition.

The suspect fled the scene. He is described as a black male, about 36-38 years old, 5 feet 8 inches tall, medium build. He was seen wearing a dark jacket, black pants and gray skully.

The weapon used in the incident is described as a kitchen knife.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.