Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Suspect in Brutal Assault on MTA Bus Driver
The New York Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a violent assault on an MTA bus driver in the Bronx. The incident occurred on Tuesday, September 17th, at around 11:20 a.m. near East 226 Street and White Plains Road, within the 47th Precinct.
According to reports, a 34-year-old female MTA bus driver was parked at the location when an unidentified man approached the bus. The suspect boarded the bus, grabbed the driver, and repeatedly slammed her head against the bus partition. Following the assault, the individual fled the scene on foot, heading westbound on East 226 Street.
The victim suffered minor injuries in the attack and was taken by EMS to NYC Health and Hospitals/Jacobi for treatment. Thankfully, she is currently in stable condition. The suspect is described as a male with a medium complexion, standing approximately six feet tall. The NYPD has released images of the individual through the Department’s Crime Stoppers division.
Public Urged to Provide Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information about this assault to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously to the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) for Spanish speakers. Additionally, tips can be provided through the Crime Stoppers website or via X (formerly Twitter) at @NYPDTips.
The NYPD is committed to apprehending the suspect responsible for this heinous act and bringing them to justice. The safety and well-being of all public transportation workers is of utmost importance, and violent incidents like this cannot be tolerated.
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As the investigation into the assault on the MTA bus driver continues, the NYPD is counting on the community to come together and help identify the suspect. By working together, we can ensure that those responsible for such acts are held accountable and that our public transportation workers can perform their duties safely and without fear.
Let’s stand together against violence and support our frontline workers who keep our city moving. If you have any information that could assist in identifying the suspect in this case, please do not hesitate to reach out to the authorities. Your help could make a significant difference in bringing justice to the victim and ensuring the safety of all public transportation employees.