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NYPD Seeks Public's Help to Identify Suspect in Assault of Elderly Man on Brooklyn MTA Bus

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Published on May 12, 2025
NYPD Seeks Public's Help to Identify Suspect in Assault of Elderly Man on Brooklyn MTA BusSource: Facebook/NYPD Crimestoppers

The search is on for a suspect in Brooklyn following an assault that took place aboard an MTA bus last week, as per NYPD Crimestoppers. The incident, which occurred last Sunday, has left a 70-year-old man injured after he was violently struck in the face with an unidentified object.

The NYPD's 79th Precinct is investigating an assault that occurred near Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Lexington Avenue. The department shared details of the incident in a social media post, posting a video and requesting the public's assistance in identifying the suspect.

Authorities are offering a reward of up to $3,500 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual responsible for the assault. The NYPD has not yet released a description of the suspect or any details regarding a possible motive for the attack.