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On July 13, 2026, Syed Sohailuddin, an Indian national working at Valley City Mall in West Valley City, Utah, was allegedly stabbed 15 times by Peter Michael Larsen. According to Fox 13 News and court records, Larsen asked the victim about his religion before attacking him, and told police he targeted the employee over his religious beliefs. Larsen was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and carrying a prohibited dangerous weapon. Sohailuddin underwent surgery at a hospital, while Larsen was also hospitalized after being punched by bystanders who intervened. The Consulate General of India in San Francisco expressed deep sadness and is providing consular assistance, staying in contact with local authorities and the victim's family.
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Syed Sohailuddin, a worker at Valley City Mall in West Valley City, Utah, was allegedly stabbed by Peter Michael Larsen, who asked the victim his religion, Fox 13 News reported.
Published - July 16, 2026 09:19 am IST — Washington, D.C.
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An Indian man was allegedly stabbed 15 times inside a shopping mall near Salt Lake City in the U.S. state of Utah because of his religion, media reports said.
Syed Sohailuddin, a worker at Valley City Mall in West Valley City, Utah, was allegedly stabbed on Monday afternoon (July 13, 2026) by Peter Michael Larsen, who asked the victim his religion, Fox 13 News reported.
The suspect, Larsen, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and carrying a prohibited dangerous weapon. He told police he targeted the employee over his religious beliefs, according to court records, ABC News reported.
Sohailuddin was transported to the hospital, where he underwent surgery. Larsen was also hospitalised with injuries suffered after he was punched in the head by those who intervened to stop the alleged assault.
The Consulate General of India in San Francisco said it was deeply saddened by the tragic stabbing incident involving an Indian national in Utah.
“The Consulate is in close contact with the friends and family and stands ready to provide all possible consular assistance. We remain engaged with local authorities and will continue to monitor the matter closely,” the Consulate said in a post on X.
Published - July 16, 2026 09:19 am IST
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