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NYPD: Man wanted in connection to subway assault in Brooklyn

A Brooklyn commuter was assaulted by a man at the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station.

News 12 Staff

Feb 21, 2023, 10:45 AM

Updated 669 days ago

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Police are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect that assaulted a man at a subway station in Brooklyn last Saturday.
Police say a 26-year-old man was boarding a southbound 4 train at the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall station when a suspect grabbed him by his jacket collar and a struggle ensued. The NYPD says the suspect dragged the victim across the subway platform and repeatedly punched him before taking off.
The NYPD are accusing the suspect of dragging the victim across the subway platform and repeatedly punching him before taking off.
The victim was taken to the hospital where he is being treated for bruises and swelling to his eye and cheek.