William Blount Receives Maximum Sentence for 2022 Queens Hammer Attack

Queens Plaza Subway Hammer Attack

• 💡 A violent and unprovoked subway attack occurred in 2022 at the Queens Plaza subway station.
• 🎯 William Blount used a hammer to repeatedly strike Nina Rothschild, fracturing her skull multiple times and stealing her bag.
• 📌 The victim, Nina Rothschild, a research scientist, was attacked while heading home from work.

Sentencing and Victim Impact

• ⚖️ William Blount was sentenced to the maximum sentence of 25 years to life in prison.
• 🗣️ Nina Rothschild confronted her attacker in court, asking why she was targeted and expressing her gratitude for the medical care that saved her life.
• 😔 Blount sat expressionless in court and did not respond to the victim's questions.

Attacker's History and Defense

• 📈 Prosecutors highlighted Blount's lengthy and extensive criminal history and lack of remorse.
• ❓ Blount's defense attorney stated that the defendant maintains his innocence.

Moving Forward

• ✅ Nina Rothschild expressed relief that this dark chapter is closing, allowing her to focus on healing and moving forward with her life.
• 🎤 The sentencing took place after Blount was convicted in April of assault and robbery.