Woman Attacked, Throat Cut While Hiking Near Havasupai Falls
A New York woman was attacked and had her throat cut by a man while hiking near Havasupai Falls, close to the Grand Canyon, on August 12, 2026. The woman had asked the suspect for directions when he allegedly ambushed…
Charlotte, NC, August 23, 2026 —
A hiking trip near Havasupai Falls, located close to the Grand Canyon, turned violent on August 12, 2026, when a woman from New York was attacked and had her throat cut. The suspect, identified as Taylor Nardo Paya, has been arrested in connection with the assault.
According to initial reports, the incident occurred when the woman asked Paya for directions. Following this interaction, Paya allegedly ambushed the woman, cutting her throat and assaulting her. During the altercation, the woman fought back against her attacker.
The assault was reportedly captured on a neighbor’s camera. Authorities have arrested Taylor Nardo Paya, who faces charges of assault with a dangerous weapon in relation to the incident.
Further details regarding the condition of the victim or the specific circumstances surrounding the capture of the footage were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Molly McBride, Gray News staff on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
