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Indian mall worker stabbed in Utah, attacker cited anti-Muslim intent
Times of India··16 Jul
A Utah man stabbed an Indian mall worker multiple times at Valley Fair Mall in West Valley City on July 14. Peter Michael Larsen, 48, told investigators he targeted the victim because of his religion and intends to kill Muslims. The victim Sohail remains hospitalised in critical condition after about 15 stab wounds. Bystanders subdued Larsen before police arrived.
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What It Means For You
- Indian workers abroad face rising risks of religious hate crimes.
- Families of US-based Indian workers should know local emergency and legal resources.
- Anti-Muslim hate incidents affect broader South Asian community safety perceptions.
What's Happening
- Peter Larsen stabbed Indian worker Sohail at a Utah mall on July 14.
- Larsen told police he intends to kill Muslims.
- The victim remains in critical condition after approximately 15 stab wounds.
Hate Crime Context
- Bystanders subdued Larsen before police arrived.
- Larsen has prior violent history including a 2022 prison sentence.
- CAIR and Muslim advocacy groups condemned the attack.
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