The New York Police Department is actively seeking information on an individual involved in a hate crime incident that occurred in Manhattan. According to their social media post, at approximately 5:10 a.m. on June 16, in front of 80 Grove Street within the 6th Precinct's jurisdiction, the suspect intimidated a 36-year-old employee using a knife, raising concerns for the employee's safety.
After the confrontation, the individual removed several LGBTQIA+ pride signs from the store's exterior. The signs were then thrown to the ground. As per NYPD Crimestoppers, the suspect fled eastbound on West 4th Street and has not been identified.
The NYPD Crimestoppers issued a request for public assistance, asking anyone with information related to the incident to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously via direct message on their social media account or by calling the hotline at 800-577-TIPS. Authorities state that information from the public may assist in identifying the individual involved.
