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NYC Subway Rider Sucker Punched, Suffers Broken Jaw in Random Attack

CBS New YorkSeptember 5, 20251 min1,649 views
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Random Attack on Subway Platform

  • 🎯 A 66-year-old man, David Williams, was randomly attacked on the 59th Street Lexington Avenue subway platform.
  • πŸ€• The victim suffered a broken jaw and is facing weeks of recovery, including surgery.
  • πŸ—£οΈ Williams described the assault as an attempt at the "knockout game," where the attacker aimed to incapacitate him with a single punch.

Victim's Experience and Wife's Account

  • πŸ’” Williams was waiting for a train with his wife when a stranger approached and punched him in the face without warning.
  • πŸ†˜ His wife attempted to find help and screamed for the police after the attack.
  • πŸ₯ Williams is currently hospitalized and can only consume liquids through a straw.

Safety Concerns and Investigation

  • ⚠️ The victim and his wife are urging subway riders to be aware of their surroundings and stay in populated areas.
  • πŸ” Police have not made any arrests and have no description of the suspect at this time.
  • πŸ“ˆ This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns within the NYC subway system.
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