Subway crime: Man critical after being pushed onto No. 1 train tracks in Chelsea, NYC

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 8:58PM

CHELSEA, Manhattan (WABC) — A man is in custody and being questioned after another man was pushed onto the subway tracks in Manhattan on Tuesday afternoon.

It happened on the southbound No. 1 tracks at the 18th Street station in Chelsea just after 1:30 p.m.

The victim was taken to Bellevue in critical condition.

The suspect ran away but authorities said they had a man in custody who was being questioned shortly before 4 p.m.

Few other details were immediately released.

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Subway crime: Man critical after being pushed onto No. 1 train tracks in Chelsea, NYC

In a shocking incident that has left New Yorkers reeling, a man was pushed onto the tracks of a No. 1 train in Chelsea, NYC. The victim, whose identity has not been released, is in critical condition after being struck by the oncoming train.

The suspect, described as a male in his 30s, fled the scene and is currently being sought by authorities. The motive behind the attack is still unclear, but witnesses report a verbal altercation between the victim and the suspect moments before the push.

This disturbing incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that can lurk in the underground world of the NYC subway system. Commuters are urged to remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings at all times.

Our thoughts are with the victim and his loved ones during this difficult time. We hope for a swift recovery and justice for the perpetrator of this heinous crime.

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