Bronx Man Accused of Stabbing MTA Conductor 11 Times Arraigned on Attempted Murder Charges
Accused of Vicious Attack
A Bronx man accused of stabbing a subway conductor 11 times as he was trying to clear a 4 train last month was arraigned on attempted murder charges.
Jonathan Davalos, 27, was arraigned on November 4 before Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Deepa Ambekar on a 13-count indictment, which alleges that he refused to exit the train at the last stop and got into a verbal argument with 59-year-old MTA conductor Myron Pollack.
The Incident
According to prosecutors, Davalos pulled a knife from his pocket and lunged at Pollack, who attempted to run down the platform. Davalos allegedly caught up with Pollack after he tripped and fell on the platform, after which he reportedly straddled Pollack and began stabbing him about the body.
Response and Arrest
Nearby officers were alerted by a passerby and responded to the scene. Davalos allegedly dropped his weapon after officers drew their firearms. He was arrested at the scene, while Pollack was taken to Kings County Hospital in serious condition.
MTA’s Response
In light of the stabbing, the MTA launched an ad campaign highlighting the 50,000 MTA workers who keep their fellow New Yorkers moving in a bid to humanize the transit workforce and to dissuade any riders from carrying out further attacks, verbally or physically.
Charges and Bail
Davalos is being held without bail and is due to return to court on January 10, where he faces charges of second-degree attempted murder, first- and second-degree assault, among other charges.
Conclusion
The MTA is committed to ensuring the safety of its employees and riders, and this incident highlights the importance of taking allegations of violence against transit workers seriously. The MTA’s ad campaign aims to raise awareness about the critical role that transit workers play in keeping New York City moving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What were the charges filed against Jonathan Davalos?
A: Davalos was charged with 13 counts, including second-degree attempted murder, first- and second-degree assault, and other charges.
Q: What happened during the incident?
A: Davalos allegedly refused to exit the train and got into a verbal argument with MTA conductor Myron Pollack, then pulled a knife and stabbed him 11 times.
Q: What is the MTA’s response to the incident?
A: The MTA launched an ad campaign to humanize the transit workforce and to dissuade any riders from carrying out further attacks, verbally or physically.
