Introduction to the Incident
Transit police in Queens are on the hunt for the brute who beat and robbed a man on board a subway train — and a parasitic bystander who later stole from the unconscious victim — in a violent attack earlier this month. Transit police in Queens are on the hunt for the brute who beat and robbed a man on board a subway train — and a parasitic bystander who later stole from the unconscious victim — in a violent attack earlier this month.
Details of the Attack
Early on Sunday morning, the NYPD released images of the two suspects wanted for the heinous mugging, which occurred at about 9:15 p.m. on May 15 on board a Manhattan-bound F train at the 21st Street-Queensbridge station in Long Island City.
Law enforcement sources said the victim, a 61-year-old man, became engaged with the first suspect in a verbal argument. What triggered the argument, however, was not disclosed.
Police said the attack occurred at about 9:15 p.m. on May 15 on board a Manhattan-bound F train at the 21st Street-Queensbridge station in Long Island City.
The Assault and Robbery
The words eventually turned to violence, cops said, when the perpetrator went on the attack, punching and kicking the victim multiple times about the head and face. The assault was so severe that the victim lost consciousness.
Even with the victim knocked out, authorities said, the relentless assailant continued to assault the victim. Seconds later, he rifled through the man’s pockets, stole property, and fled the scene on foot.
Police said the first perpetrator punched and kicked the victim multiple times about the head and face. The assault was so severe that the victim lost consciousness.
The Role of the Parasitic Bystander
With the victim still unconscious, police reported, the second suspect made his move and took advantage of the situation. He removed $45 in cash and other property from the victim’s pocket, then also fled the scene.
Taking advantage of the situation, police said, the second suspect removed $45 in cash and other property from the victim’s pocket, then also fled the scene.
Investigation and Description of Suspects
The incident was reported to the 114th Precinct and NYPD Transit District 20. EMS rushed the victim to NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center in critical but stable condition.
Police described the assailant in the case as a man with a dark complexion, standing about 6 feet, 2 inches tall, with black hair. He was last seen wearing a black vest over a yellow hooded sweatshirt.
Cops said the second suspect is a man with a heavy build who was last seen wearing a black baseball cap with the Nike swoosh and a black sweater with the AYA logo on the front while carrying a black rectangular backpack.
Call for Information
Anyone with information regarding their whereabouts 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 incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and safety measures in public transportation. The attack on the victim and the subsequent robbery by a bystander are alarming and underscore the importance of community involvement in preventing and reporting crimes.
FAQs
Q: What was the nature of the incident?
A: The incident involved a violent attack on a 61-year-old man by one suspect, followed by robbery. A second suspect, described as a parasitic bystander, then stole from the unconscious victim.
Q: Where did the incident occur?
A: The incident occurred on a Manhattan-bound F train at the 21st Street-Queensbridge station in Long Island City.
Q: What is the condition of the victim?
A: The victim was rushed to the hospital in critical but stable condition.
Q: How can one report information about the suspects?
A: Information can be reported to Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS or submitted online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org.
