NYPD searches for suspect after brutal assault near Flatbush and Atlantic avenues

Brooklyn, NY – A late-night assault in Brooklyn left a 68-year-old man with serious injuries after he was punched to the ground by an unidentified attacker who fled the scene. The incident occurred early Tuesday morning at a busy intersection, prompting an ongoing search by police.

According to the NYPD, the attack happened around 12:25 a.m. near Flatbush Avenue and Atlantic Avenue within the confines of the 78 Precinct. Authorities said the victim was approached by an unknown individual before the situation quickly turned violent.

Victim suffers fractures after sudden attack

Police said the suspect punched the man in the face, causing him to fall and sustain significant injuries. “A 68-year-old male victim was approached by an unidentified individual. The individual punched the victim in the face causing him to fall to the ground and sustain multiple lacerations and fractures,” NYPD Crimestoppers stated.

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68-year-old man assaulted in Brooklyn near Flatbush and Atlantic avenues
Victim suffered lacerations and fractures after being punched to the ground

Suspect fled on foot and remains unidentified

The attacker fled the area on foot immediately after the assault, heading in an unknown direction. “The unidentified individual fled the location on foot to parts unknown,” police said.

Police urge public to provide tips

Investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the suspect. “Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline,” the department stated.

Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Information can also be provided online through the Crime Stoppers website or via X at @NYPDTips.