India, July 15 -- A 48-year-old man, arrested for allegedly stabbing Indian Muslim man multiple times at Valley Fair Mall in Utah on Monday, stated that he chose the victim based on his religion, according to the police.

Peter Michael Larsen has been booked into the Salt Lake County Jail on charges of attempted murder and possession of a weapon as a restricted person.

Larsen "stated he had targeted the victim with intent to kill him because of his religion (Muslim)," stated a police booking affidavit.

The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. on Monday at Valley Fair Mall, located at 3601 S. 2700 West. According to West Valley police, the victim, a male, was employed at a kiosk within the mall.

Family members have confirmed the victim's ...