NYC Midtown Attack: Homeless Man Brutally Beaten with Fire Extinguisher

NYC Midtown Attack: Homeless Man Brutally Beaten with Fire Extinguisher

Police are investigating a brutal attack on a homeless man in Midtown Manhattan. The victim, a 66-year-old man, was found sleeping on a sidewalk on Broadway near West 37th Street around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 4th.

According to police, a group of men approached the victim and began punching and kicking him. They then escalated the attack by picking up a fire extinguisher and repeatedly smashing it over his head. The suspects fled the scene immediately after the assault.

The victim sustained serious injuries and is currently hospitalized in serious condition. Police described the suspects as being in their late teens or early twenties, dressed in black.

The motive for the attack remains unclear. Police are investigating whether the suspects targeted the homeless man at random or if there was a specific reason behind the violence.

Witnesses, including another homeless man who stays in the area, expressed shock and disgust at the attack. They described the incident as a senseless act of violence.

The NYPD is seeking information from the public regarding the incident and the suspects. If you have any information, please come forward and help bring the perpetrators to justice.

This horrific attack highlights the ongoing challenges faced by homeless individuals in NYC. It underscores the need for increased safety measures and support for this vulnerable population.