BRONX, NY – A 14-year-old boy was slashed in the hand aboard a northbound 4 train Sunday afternoon, prompting a police search for the man believed responsible.
The attack occurred around 3:30 p.m. as the train pulled into the Jerome Avenue and West 183rd Street station, authorities said.
The teen got off the train after being cut, while the suspect stayed aboard and continued northbound.
Key Points
- A 14-year-old was slashed in the hand aboard a northbound 4 train in the Bronx.
- The suspect remained on the train as the victim exited at West 183rd Street.
- Police described the suspect as a man in his 40s with a slim build and dark complexion.
Victim refused medical treatment
Police said the teen declined medical attention at the scene after suffering a laceration to his left hand. The wound was caused by a sharp object, though investigators have not yet recovered the weapon.
Suspect description released
The suspect is described as a man about 40 years old, with a dark complexion, slim build, and black hair. He was last seen wearing a brown jacket and tan pants. Detectives are reviewing surveillance video and interviewing witnesses to identify the individual.
Investigation ongoing
Authorities urged anyone with information to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers hotline. The investigation remains active as police work to locate the suspect and determine a motive for the unprovoked attack.