The stabbing happened at North 22nd and Diamond streets, with the male medic stabbed once in his chest and once in his hand at 6:28 a.m., according to the Philadelphia Police Department.
He was transported to Temple University Hospital in critical, but stable condition, police explained.
A suspect is in custody, according to police. The Central Detective Division is conducting an ongoing investigation.
Daily Voice reached out to the Philadelphia Police Department for more details, so check back here for updates.
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