Assault on Former Gov. David Paterson and Stepson
Incident Details
Former Gov. David Paterson and his stepson, Anthony Sliwa, were brutally assaulted on the Upper East Side on October 4, 2024, by a group of five assailants. The attack occurred at around 8:35 p.m. in front of a McDonald’s restaurant at 1871 2nd Avenue, about a block away from the Paterson residence.
Injuries and Hospitalization
Paterson, 70, and Sliwa, 20, were hospitalized for treatment of their injuries and are expected to recover. Paterson suffered injuries to his head and face, while Sliwa suffered facial injuries. They were rushed to Weill Cornell Medical Center and were listed in stable condition.
NYPD Investigation
The NYPD is investigating the incident and has released images of the five suspects involved in the attack. Police described each of them as follows:
- Suspect 1: A female with a dark complexion and purple braids who wore light-colored pants, a dark-colored sweater, and purple-and-black sneakers.
- Suspect 2: A male with a dark complexion who wore a blue t-shirt, a black hooded sweatshirt, a hat with the Yankees logo, light-colored jeans, and light-colored sneakers.
- Suspect 3: A male with a light complexion who wore a red t-shirt, light-colored pants, and light-colored slippers. He also had a black sweater tied around his waist.
- Suspect 4: A male with a medium complexion who wore a gray t-shirt with a graphic on the front, black pants, and light-colored shoes.
- Suspect 5: A male with a dark complexion who wore a t-shirt with a graphic on the front, a black sweatshirt, black pants, and light-colored sneakers.
Tips and Investigation
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspects can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
Conclusion
The assault on former Gov. David Paterson and his stepson is a disturbing and unacceptable incident. The NYPD is working tirelessly to identify and apprehend the suspects involved. We hope that justice is served and that the community can return to a sense of safety and security.
FAQs
Q: What happened to the suspects?
A: The suspects are still at large and the NYPD is actively investigating the incident.
Q: What is the motive behind the attack?
A: The motive behind the attack is still unknown and the investigation is ongoing.
Q: How can I help the investigation?
A: If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of the suspects, you can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS or submit a tip online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org.
