Queens Mother Brutally Attacked: Suspect Arrested, Consulate Offers Support

Brutal Attack on Diana Aguello

• 💔 A brutal attack has left Diana Aguello, a Colombian national and mother of two, fighting for her life.
• 🚲 Aguello was riding her bike home from her job at the Museum of the City of New York when she was viciously attacked on the Randall's Island bike path.
• 🗣️ Her child recounted the horrific experience, hearing her mother scream for help but being unable to assist.

Consulate Support for the Family

• 🇨🇴 The Colombian consulate in New York is providing extensive support to Aguello's family.
• 🤝 This includes psychological help, legal orientation, and assistance in obtaining a humanitarian visa for her sister to travel from Colombia.
• 🇺🇸 The consulate is working closely with US authorities to expedite the visa process.

Suspect Arrested and Charged

• 🚨 Police have arrested and charged Miguel Gerard, 30, with attempted murder in connection with the attack.
• 🏠 Gerard was reportedly living at a nearby shelter.
• ⚖️ He was arraigned at the lower Manhattan criminal courthouse.

Victim's Critical Condition and Community Support

• 🏥 Diana Aguello remains in critical condition as doctors work to save her life.
• 💰 A GoFundMe has been established to support the family during this difficult time.