List of mass stabbing incidents (2020–present)

This article documents mass stabbing incidents that have occurred worldwide from January 1, 2020, to the present date. A "mass stabbing" is defined here as an incident involving multiple victims injured or killed by bladed weapons (knives, swords, machetes, etc.) in a single event, and which resulted in a significant number of casualties, typically involving at least four or more victims. This list excludes incidents primarily motivated by military combat, formally declared warfare, or sanctioned executions by state entities. Gang-related incidents or isolated domestic disputes, while potentially involving multiple victims, are generally excluded unless the scale or public impact of the event warrants inclusion.

Criteria for Inclusion:

• Number of Victims: The incident should involve at least four victims injured or killed.
• Weapon Type: The primary weapon used should be a bladed weapon.
• Event Type: The incident should not be part of a declared war, military combat operation, or state-sanctioned execution.
• Public Impact: The incident should have received significant media attention or have had a notable impact on the community where it occurred.

Organization:

Incidents are listed chronologically by date. Each entry includes the following information:

• Date: The date on which the incident occurred.
• Location: The city, region, and country where the incident occurred.
• Description: A brief summary of the incident, including the number of victims, any reported motivations, and the status of the perpetrator(s).
• Fatalities: The number of people killed in the incident.
• Injuries: The number of people injured in the incident.
• References: Links to reputable news sources or official reports documenting the incident.

Limitations:

This list is not exhaustive and may not include all mass stabbing incidents that have occurred during the specified period. Data may be incomplete or vary depending on the source. Furthermore, the definition of "mass stabbing" can be subjective, and some incidents may be excluded based on the criteria outlined above. The information provided is based on publicly available sources and is subject to change as new information becomes available.

See Also:

• List of mass shootings
• Terrorist incidents
• Crime statistics by country