A violent attack occurred at a Queens subway station resulting in one person being hospitalized after being hit in the head with a metal object by a man who had been threatening customers. The incident took place at the Grand Avenue E/F/R station in Elmhurst, with the victim sustaining injuries but expected to survive. The attacker fled the scene with the weapon in hand, and an investigation is ongoing to locate the suspect.
Mayor Eric Adams announced the reinstatement of random security bag checks at subway hubs on the same day as the incident. Additionally, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office plans to announce new legislation and measures to protect riders, especially at major hubs such as Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station.
Law enforcement sources indicate the attack was unprovoked, with the victim having no prior interaction with the suspect. As of now, no arrests have been made in connection to the incident.
The safety of subway riders is a growing concern in the wake of this attack, prompting city officials to take action to enhance security measures and protect passengers at major transit intersections. The incident serves as a disturbing reminder of the potential dangers that can occur in public spaces, and efforts are being made to prevent such incidents in the future.
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