Midday attack on 45-year-old woman raises concern after similar incident hours earlier
New York, NY – A second forcible touching incident inside the Grand Central–42 Street subway station is under investigation, after a woman was assaulted in broad daylight Saturday. The case comes less than a day after a similar reported attack in the same transit hub.
Police say a 45-year-old woman was standing on the mezzanine level at approximately 12:45 p.m. when she was approached by an unidentified man. The suspect allegedly placed his face against the victim’s face and grabbed her buttocks before fleeing the station on foot.
Second incident reported within 24 hours
“On Saturday, March 21, 2026, at approximately 12:45 P.M., a 45-year-old female victim was standing in the mezzanine level of the Grand Central subway station when she was approached by an unidentified male individual,” NYPD Crimestoppers stated. “The individual proceeded to place his face against the victim’s face and grabbed her buttocks before fleeing on foot to parts unknown.”
No arrests have been made, and police have not released a description of the suspect.
Key Points
- Incident occurred Saturday at 12:45 p.m. on Grand Central mezzanine level
- 45-year-old woman was forcibly touched before suspect fled on foot
- Case follows a similar reported assault at the same station the night before
Police seek tips as investigation continues
Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS or submit tips online. Spanish-language assistance is available at 1-888-57-PISTA, with all information kept confidential.
Investigators have not confirmed whether the two incidents are connected, but both remain under active investigation.