Manhattan, NY(dailydetroitnews) — A man is in critical but stable condition after being pushed onto the subway tracks at the 18th Street station in Chelsea early Friday morning.
The New York Police Department reported that the 45-year-old victim was standing on the southbound platform for the 1 train when an unknown individual shoved him onto the tracks without warning. The horrifying incident occurred during the morning commute, sending shockwaves through the bustling Chelsea neighborhood.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and transported the victim to Bellevue Hospital, where he remains in critical but stable condition. Authorities have not released his identity at this time.
The suspect fled the station immediately after the incident, sparking an intense manhunt. Police later confirmed that the suspect had been apprehended and was taken into custody. Charges against the individual are currently pending, and investigators are working to determine the motive behind the unprovoked attack.
Eyewitnesses described the chaotic moments following the incident, with some commuters jumping into action to alert the approaching train operator and call 911. “It all happened so fast. People were screaming, and we were just trying to make sure he was safe,” said a witness who wished to remain anonymous.
The 18th Street station was temporarily closed as police and emergency crews secured the area and conducted their investigation. Service on the southbound 1 train has since resumed.
This incident has reignited concerns about subway safety in New York City, with residents calling for increased security measures and mental health resources to address unprovoked violence.
“This kind of violence is unacceptable,” said a commuter at the scene. “People should feel safe riding the subway, no matter the time of day.”
The investigation into the incident is ongoing. The NYPD is urging anyone with information about the case to contact their Crime Stoppers hotline.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.
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