Earlton Massenburg Jr., a Brooklyn man, was attacked on a subway train while heading to work, suffering a severe facial injury from a sharp object. Despite an increase in visible security, he expressed anger at being a random victim. The incident represents a larger trend in transit safety, with NYPD data showing mixed results: felony assaults decreasing slightly this year, yet rising significantly compared to previous years. Simultaneously, misdemeanor assaults have also increased, fueling concern among commuters about their safety on public transportation.
When I opened my eyes, I saw this dude and he had something sharp in his hand and it was like he had just finished cutting me.
I wasn't freaking out, I wasn't panicking - I was angry. I think that's crazy considering we have more cameras and police around.
The gash stretches from my hairline, across my right cheek, to my lip. I couldn't count all the stitches.
Felony assaults like Massenburg's are down 6% in transit in the first two months of this year, but up 8% compared to 2023.
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