Shocking Subway Attack in Manhattan: Man Pushed onto Tracks on New Year’s Eve
A horrifying incident unfolded at Manhattan’s 18th Street subway station on New Year’s Eve, leaving a man critically injured after being violently pushed onto the tracks by a stranger. The attack, captured on surveillance video, has sent shockwaves through the city and sparked outrage.
The incident occurred around 1:30 PM on December 31st. According to witnesses and police reports, the victim, engrossed in his cell phone, was unexpectedly shoved onto the tracks by a man wearing a dark coat. A train subsequently entered the station, striking the victim.
“The subway suddenly stopped,” recounted a horrified passenger. “After about ten minutes, the subway personnel announced over the intercom that we had to evacuate as someone was under the train… When we got out, there were police and paramedics. When they pulled him out, I saw him covered in blood, blinking, and slowly moving his fingers.”
first responders swiftly arrived on the scene, pulling the victim from the tracks and rushing him to a nearby hospital. While his condition was initially critical, authorities later reported that he has since stabilized.
Suspect Apprehended
The alleged assailant, a 23-year-old man, fled the scene but was apprehended hours later near Columbus Circle.Police confirmed that the suspect has a history of run-ins with the NYPD,including alleged assaults on officers. Investigators have stated that there is no indication the victim and suspect knew each other.
The attack caused significant disruption to subway service, with power to the tracks near the 18th Street station interrupted for approximately an hour. Service was fully restored by 4:00 PM.
This incident underscores growing concerns about safety on New York City’s public transportation system. The NYPD is continuing its investigation, and the suspect faces serious charges.
