Police say a 39-year-old man was seriously injured in an early morning attack in Flatbush.
Brooklyn, New York – The New York City Police Department is searching for a suspect accused of a violent assault involving brass knuckles and a sharp weapon early Friday morning in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn. The attack occurred around 2:20 a.m. on April 3 outside 1585 Flatbush Avenue within the jurisdiction of the NYPD’s 70th Precinct, leaving a 39-year-old man with multiple injuries.
According to the NYPD Crime Stoppers Unit, the incident began as a verbal dispute before escalating into a physical attack. Investigators said the unidentified individual displayed brass knuckles and struck the victim in the face, then produced an unknown sharp object and slashed the victim multiple times across his body. The suspect fled the scene in a black sedan, traveling northbound on Flatbush Avenue.
Violent escalation highlights street-level assault concerns
The assault underscores ongoing concerns about street-level violence involving weapons that can quickly escalate disputes into serious incidents. Brass knuckles, which are illegal in New York, can significantly increase the severity of injuries, particularly when combined with edged weapons.
The condition of the victim has not been publicly detailed by police, and no arrests have been made as of the latest update. The NYPD has not released a description of the suspect beyond the individual’s actions and vehicle used in the escape.
Public assistance sought as investigation continues
The NYPD Crime Stoppers Unit is urging the public to come forward with any information that could help identify and locate the suspect. Tips can be submitted anonymously through multiple channels, including the department’s hotline and online reporting system.
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Key Points
• NYPD is searching for a suspect in a violent April 3 assault in Brooklyn’s 70th Precinct
• Victim was struck with brass knuckles and slashed multiple times after a verbal dispute
• Suspect fled in a black sedan heading north on Flatbush Avenue
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Investigators are reviewing any available surveillance footage from the area and canvassing for additional witnesses as part of the ongoing case. Authorities have not indicated whether the suspect and victim were previously known to each other.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips can also be submitted online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org or via X @NYPDTips. The investigation remains active.