NYU Student Assaulted: Attacker Arrested After TikTok Goes Viral
Inside EditionDecember 5, 20252 min33,989 views
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- 🎯 A 20-year-old NYU student, Amelia Lewis, was walking to class when she was assaulted.
- ⚡ The attack involved being slapped on the behind and then violently slammed to the ground.
National Attention and Social Media
- 📣 Amelia recounted the ordeal on TikTok, which gained widespread attention.
- 📢 Conservative podcaster Megyn Kelly amplified the story by posting it, leading to national awareness.
Suspect Apprehended
- 🔍 Following the viral video, the NYPD arrested a suspect, identified as James Rizzo, 45.
- 🚨 Rizzo has been charged with persistent sexual abuse, forcible touching, and assault.
- ⚠️ He reportedly has a history of 16 prior arrests.
Victim's Motivation and University Response
- 💬 Amelia stated her goal in posting was to raise awareness about assaults on young women in New York City.
- ✅ NYU confirmed they are offering support to Amelia and cooperating with the police investigation.
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