by New York City, NY – A female subway rider was injured during a chain theft attempt on a Bronx train Tuesday evening, according to NYPD officials. The attack occurred around 5:30 p.m. on a northbound 2 train passing through the Pelham Parkway station.
Authorities say a female suspect, believed to be in her 30s, approached the victim, inserted herself into the conversation the woman was having, and sparked a confrontation. During the altercation, the suspect slashed the victim with a razor before attempting to steal her chain, which she failed to do. The attacker then fled the train. Police are actively searching for the suspect.
Related Transit Assaults Across NYC
This attack comes roughly a week after another subway assault in Brooklyn, where a pink coat-wearing attacker allegedly choked a 13-year-old girl on a G train at Metropolitan Avenue in Williamsburg around 7:50 a.m. on November 17.
According to authorities, the teen got into a dispute with the stranger, who grabbed the girl’s throat, restricting her breathing. The suspect fled the scene, and police have released a surveillance image to aid in identifying her. The teen received on-site treatment for injuries.
In another incident on November 19, 28-year-old Tyquan Manassa allegedly stabbed two men on the southbound platform of the E and F train at Union Turnpike station in Kew Gardens, according to prosecutors.
Additionally, on November 16, Aaron Nett, 33, reportedly shoved a good Samaritan into a moving train at the 135th Street 2 and 3 train station, breaking her back while she attempted to intervene in a fight.
NYPD Subway Assault Trends
Despite these violent incidents, the NYPD’s latest transit statistics show a slight decrease in assaults on the city’s subway system this year. Here are the highlights –
- Felony assaults dropped to 513, down from 517 last year.
- Misdemeanor assaults also declined, falling to 1,310 from 1,392 reported in the previous year.
Police continue to urge riders to remain vigilant and report suspicious behavior. Transit safety officers have increased patrols in high-traffic areas, particularly during morning and evening rush hours, to prevent further incidents.
Subway riders are encouraged to remain alert and take precautions to protect themselves and others. Share your thoughts in the comments below and join the discussion on keeping New York City subways safe.
