Two men were attacked at the Union Turnpike–Kew Gardens subway station, the NYPD says.
Two men were slashed in unprovoked attacks on a Queens subway platform Wednesday, and police said they’re looking for the assailant. NYPD officials said the slashings happened around 3:15 p.m. on the southbound E train platform at the Union Turnpike–Kew Gardens station.
A man walked up to a 42-year-old man from behind and slashed him in his forehead, then approached a 50-year-old man and slashed him in his face, according to police. First responders took both victims to the hospital in stable condition. Officials said the slasher fled in an unknown direction. Police said the victims were strangers to him and he did not appear to speak with them before the attacks. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, black pants and black shoes. A surveillance image of the man police are looking for in connection with two slashings at the Union Turnpike–Kew Gardens subway station on Nov. 19, 2025overall transit crime is down almost 5% citywide compared to the same period last year, but violent assaults on the city’s subways and buses are up slightly. More than 500 felony assaults were reported in the transit system this year through Nov. 16, out of more than 1,800 total transit crimes., where Wednesday’s slashings occurred, five felony assaults were reported through Nov. 16, up one from the same timeframe last year. The data shows overall transit crime in the precinct has fallen by 24%.Brittany Kriegstein covers all breaking news around New York City, with a focus on crime and gun violence. Got a tip? Email Brittany atPopular Park Slope restaurant faces $3 million tab in unpaid wages case A state inquiry found the immigrant workers, some working as many as 80 hours a week, failed to receive a minimum wage.A state inquiry found the immigrant workers, some working as many as 80 hours a week, failed to receive a minimum wage.Gothamist is a website about New York City news, arts, events and food, brought to you by New York Public Radio.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
They Might Be Giants hits town for two nights, two different venuesThey Might Be Giants' Big Show Tour is actually a plural concern, with the Brooklyn duo -- best known for 1990`s 'Birdhouse In Your Soul' -- playing multiple nights in each city, with different setlists for each show. In Cleveland's case the band will also be playing different venues, splitting time between The Agora and Globe Iron.
Read more »
Zohran Mamdani now says NYPD should respond to domestic violence incidents, backtracking on past controversial statementsNew York’s new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has a mountain of promises to keep. If he can keep the city running without major meltdowns, many of his hopeful supporters will call that a win. Journalist and podcaster Mike Pesca says free child care is his do or die issue.
Read more »
Two arrested in separate meth incidents hours apart in Palatine: policeTwo people were arrested after two separate meth incidents in Palatine, according to police.
Read more »
Two men slashed in face on busy NYC subway platform -- attacker remains on the looseYoung male slashes two at Union Turnpike-Kew Gardens station in disturbing video
Read more »
New York City to Revitalize 'The Hole' Neighborhood in Brooklyn-Queens Border AreaResidents of the low-lying neighborhood known as 'The Hole' in Brooklyn-Queens, plagued by flooding and neglect, are set to receive a city-led transformation. The area, rebranded as 'Jewel Streets,' will see infrastructure improvements including sewers, sidewalks, and raised elevations, along with affordable housing and transit upgrades, addressing long-standing quality-of-life issues.
Read more »
Family of Bronx woman who died in NYPD custody sues to find the truthThe family of a Bronx woman who died in NYPD custody does not believe the ruling of the city medical examiner regarding her death.
Read more »