A newly released video captures the shocking incident where a former Massachusetts mayor was attacked outside a cannabis shop he owns on Monday afternoon.

Will Flanagan, who previously served as the Democratic Mayor of Fall River, was stabbed multiple times near his business, Cosmopolitan Dispensary, around 5 p.m. on Monday, as confirmed by local authorities. Flanagan, 45, endured “significant injuries” and was promptly taken to a hospital, where he remains in a serious but stable condition.

Footage from a nearby security camera reveals a man approaching Flanagan and viciously attacking him with a knife. The video shows Flanagan collapsing behind a car as the assailant makes his escape. Shortly after, Flanagan is seen getting up and seeking help.

Currently on a ventilator, Flanagan is expected to undergo an additional surgery, according to a report from WPRI. Police have detained 31-year-old Corree Gonzales in connection with the attack. Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan informed WHDH that Gonzales has a known criminal background.

Will Flanagan held the position of Fall River’s mayor from 2010 to 2014. (Benitez Duwal Sorto via Storyful)

“I’m not so much concerned about his criminal past, I’m concerned about his mental health and his ability to reintegrate into society,” Coogan said.

While charges relating to the stabbing are pending, Gonzales faces four counts of assault and battery on a police officer. Gonzales is being held without bail at the Bridgewater State Hospital after a doctor testified that Gonzales has a serious mental illness.

Flanagan was the Democratic mayor of Fall River from 2010 until 2014, when he faced a recall election after being accused of showing a gun to one of his political rivals, Jasiel Correia, according to The Herald News.

Will Flanagan was stabbed outside of his cannabis dispensary Monday. (Will Flanagan/Facebook and X)

Fall River Police Chief Kelly Furtado said patrol officers and detectives “responded swiftly” to what she called a “senseless act of violence.”

“We will exhaust every resource to ensure justice is served,” she said. “I want to thank the Mayor’s Office for their continued support as we move forward with this investigation.”

Security video shows the stabbing suspect fleeing the scene. (Benitez Duwal Sorto via Storyful)

According to The Herald News, Flanagan recently developed a side gig as a local film performer in addition to being an attorney.

Hours before the stabbing, Flanagan recorded a video of himself singing “Blame it on the Rain” during a storm that was moving through the area.