The New York City Police Department is currently seeking information on an individual wanted for assault on a Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) employee in the Bronx last month. According to NYPD Crimestoppers’ social media post, the altercation occurred on Friday, when a 46-year-old male bus operator was involved in a verbal dispute with a passenger.
Reports indicate that the incident took place at approximately 3:35 P.M., in front of 1585 White Plains Road, within the jurisdiction of the NYPD's 43rd Precinct. The assailant, whose identity remains unknown, reportedly threw a bottle at the bus operator's leg, and, the suspect immediately fled the scene on foot. They were last seen heading southbound on White Plains Road.
The victim was performing his duties on the BX36 bus route at the time of the attack. Law enforcement officials have issued a call for assistance from the public to help locate the individual responsible for the assault. The department has made a straightforward request: "Have any info? DM @nypdtips or call 1-800-577-TIPS (8477)," as urged by the NYPD Crimestoppers. The NYPD has not released further details about the bus operator's condition following the incident.
