A 60-year-old man was attacked from behind and slashed in the neck on Sedgwick Avenue in Kingsbridge, and police are now searching for the man they believe is responsible. The victim was taken to Saint Barnabas Hospital and is expected to be okay, according to investigators looking into the violent assault.
According to News12 Bronx, investigators say the suspect struck the 60-year-old man from behind before slashing his neck. The attack happened on Sedgwick Avenue in Kingsbridge on September 21.
Victim Taken to Saint Barnabas, Expected to Recover
The victim was taken to Saint Barnabas Hospital following the attack, per the same report, and is expected to be okay. Beyond the location and the nature of the attack, few other details about the incident have been made public.
Police are still looking for the man connected to the assault, the outlet's report notes, though no arrest or charges have been announced. The exact time of the attack, a detailed sequence of events, and any possible motive have not been disclosed.
Another Kingsbridge Incident Earlier This Year
Another Kingsbridge Incident Earlier This Year This isn't the only violent episode to draw attention to the Kingsbridge area this year. Back in June, Norwood News reported that a man was arrested after assaulting two female police officers inside the 50th Precinct stationhouse, which covers the neighborhood. That case was unrelated to Monday's attack but underscores the string of violent incidents residents in the area have had to reckon with this year.
No further information about the suspect, including a name, age, or description, has been released. Anyone with details on the Sedgwick Avenue attack is encouraged to watch for updates as the investigation continues.
