A man was attacked and slashed with a sharp instrument on a Manhattan street, and police are now asking the public to help identify the suspect.
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a stabbing in Upper Manhattan.
According to the NYPD, the assault occurred at approximately 7 p.m. on May 31 in front of 612 West 178th Street within the confines of the 33rd Precinct.
Investigators said a 34-year-old man was approached by an unidentified individual who displayed a sharp instrument before slashing the victim in the back.
Police have not released additional information about the victim’s condition or a possible motive for the attack.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information about the suspect or the incident is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). Spanish-speaking callers can dial 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips can also be submitted online through the Crime Stoppers website or via X at @NYPDTips.
Key Points
- NYPD is searching for a suspect in the slashing of a 34-year-old man.
- The assault occurred May 31 outside 612 West 178th Street in Manhattan.
- Anyone with information is urged to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers.