Police say they are on the hunt for a security guard who punched a 77-year-old woman aboard a Manhattan subway train last month, all because the senior attempted to sit next to her.
NYPD
Police are looking for a security guard who allegedly punched a 77-year-old woman aboard a Manhattan subway train last month, all because the senior attempted to sit next to her.
According to police sources, the assault occurred at around 3:25 p.m. on April 18 aboard a Southbound D train. The train was at the Broadway-Lafayette Subway Station when the senior attempted to sit next to a woman.
“You can’t sit here, it’s too hot,” the suspect allegedly said before elbowing the victim, the sources said. The perpetrator then punched the 77-year-old woman in the face.
While the perpetrator fled the train, the septuagenarian suffered pain to her face and swelling. She was treated on the scene by EMS.
The suspect was last seen wearing a black uniform with the words “Arrow Security” on the sleeve, and black boots.
No arrests have been made.
Anyone with information regarding this assault 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.
