Philadelphia police have identified the suspect arrested for allegedly stabbing a park ranger in Rittenhouse Square and have charged him with ethnic intimidation.
Thomas Riceman, 34, of the 3900 block of Chestnut Street, is also charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault and related offenses.According to investigators, Riceman went inside a booth in the park and laid down.Police say the suspect then stabbed the city employee in the face and head with a pair of scissors.
Peter Kourahanis of Point Breeze says he's been around Rittenhouse Square for a long time. He has his own thoughts about the incident. People who live and walk through Rittenhouse Square say while they generally feel safe, they also stay alert.
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