Subway Slashing Man slashed on subway train near Brooklyn station, suspect sought

September 2, 2025
Subway Slashing Man slashed on subway train near Brooklyn station, suspect sought
NYC subway car - File Photo

Brooklyn, NY – A 31-year-old man was slashed on a southbound “A” train Friday afternoon after a dispute with another rider turned violent, police said.

The attack happened around 4:23 p.m. as the train approached the Hoyt/Schermerhorn Station. According to investigators, the unidentified assailant pulled a knife and slashed the victim on the arm and head before fleeing the station.

Subway Slashing Man slashed on subway train near Brooklyn station, suspect sought

EMS transported the victim to One Brooklyn Health-Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition.

Police described the suspect as a male with a dark complexion, last seen wearing a black hat, blue pants, and a black sweater. He remains at large.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the NYPD.


Key Points

  • A 31-year-old man slashed on “A” train near Hoyt/Schermerhorn Station on Friday afternoon.
  • Victim sustained cuts to the arm and head; hospitalized in stable condition.
  • Suspect fled the scene and is still being sought by police.

A rush-hour ride turned dangerous when a knife fight broke out on the train.