Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his 20-year-old stepson were attacked Friday evening on Manhattan's Upper East Side, according to police. The pair managed to fight off the attackers, who fled the scene on foot.
Gov. David Paterson and his 20-year-old stepson on Manhattan's Upper East Side, according to officials.
Paterson and his stepson were both taken to the hospital in stable condition, police said, and they've since been released, the spokesperson said. Paterson and his wife "are thankful for the quick response time from the police and the outpouring of support they have received," Paterson's spokesperson said, adding, "The Governor's only request is that people refrain from attempting to use an unfortunate act of violence for their own personal or political gain."
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