A paramedic was fatally stabbed by a patient in an ambulance during an emergency transport.
According to reports from TOO FAB, Graham Hoffman, 29, lost his life early Sunday morning when 39-year-old Shanetta Bossell allegedly stabbed him. The fatal attack happened while Hoffman was tending to her medical needs en route to the hospital.
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How the Fatal Stabbing Unfolded: Timeline of Events
The deadly incident started when Kansas City police responded to reports of a woman, later identified as Shanetta Bossell, walking along a highway around 1 a.m. Officers arrived to find Bossell with a significant cut on her finger, bleeding heavily.
At first, Bossell refused medical transport. However, paramedics later determined she wasn’t attempting self-harm and convinced her to head to the hospital. Officers followed the ambulance to monitor the situation.
Moments after the ambulance was underway, Bossell allegedly attacked paramedic Graham Hoffman inside the moving vehicle. She reportedly stabbed him in the heart, causing fatal injuries almost instantly.
The driver stopped the ambulance and quickly alerted officers following behind. According to an arrest affidavit, one officer witnessed the stabbing and called for urgent backup.
Following the stabbing, the chaos escalated. Bossell allegedly tried to flee, attempting to start the ambulance herself. An officer intervened but was bitten on the arm and reportedly struck in the head with the same weapon Bossell used to attack Hoffman.
Despite her attempts to resist, Bossell was eventually subdued and arrested. Authorities acted swiftly to prevent further violence at the scene.
In the hours following the attack, Kansas City officials charged Bossell with several serious offenses, including:
First-degree murder
Armed criminal action
Third-degree assault
Resisting arrest
Graham Hoffman was more than just a paramedic—he was a lifesaver, a public servant, and a beloved figure in his community. Friends and colleagues remember him for his dedication to helping others and his unwavering commitment to service.
“Speaking with a lot of his classmates and folks that work with him today, he was very vibrant. Loved to travel, and he loved serving his community.” said Kansas City Fire Department Battalion Chief Michael Hopkins,
