The New York City Police Department is currently seeking information regarding a woman who viciously attacked a 65-year-old woman in Midtown on Friday evening.
The assailant, armed with a large knife, approached the victim on 8th Avenue near 38th Street and slashed her face without any provocation. The victim sustained a deep laceration under her left eye.
Following the attack, the suspect fled the scene on foot, heading north. Authorities have provided a description of the attacker as a light-skinned woman, approximately 5'1" tall, with a medium build, medium-length blonde hair, and believed to be between 30 to 40 years old.
The incident has once again raised concerns about the surge in crime in New York City, with critics pointing fingers at Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Bragg has faced criticism for his perceived leniency towards criminals, prompting questions about his commitment to public safety. In fact, Bragg himself has expressed fears for his family's safety while riding the subway due to the escalating crime rates.
The Police Benevolent Association (PBA) of New York City has been particularly vocal in its criticism of Bragg. In July, the PBA accused Bragg of siding with criminals after an officer was charged by the district attorney for allegedly punching a man during an arrest. PBA President Patrick Hendry emphasized the potential consequences of such actions, stating, "when you call 911 for that police officer to protect you, that police officer will be arrested and be indicted."
The latest incident adds to the growing number of crime complaints in New York City. According to City Data, there were 2,530 crime complaints during the week of August 21, with 505 of them related to felony assault. Year-to-date figures reveal a total of 82,309 crime complaints, including a 5.3 percent increase in felony assaults compared to the same period last year, totaling 18,260 incidents.
A recent poll conducted by Siena College in July indicates that the safety concerns of New Yorkers have reached alarming levels. The survey found that 41 percent of respondents are more worried about safety than ever before, with 70 percent expressing varying degrees of concern about becoming victims of crime.
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