Assailant slashes teen's face in Times Square after asking if he is in a gang: cops | amNewYork
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Assailant slashes teen's face in Times Square after asking if he is in a gang: cops | amNewYork
"According to police sources, the attack unfolded outside of 3 Times Square at approximately 1:30 a.m. on Nov. 1. Cops say an 18-year-old male was approached by a group who began questioning if he was in a gang. Despite telling them he wasn't with a gang, cops said, a man slashed him across his face, then fled from the scene."
"NYPD Police described the suspected slasher as having long hair, wearing all black, with white sneakers, and carrying a red backpack. No arrests have been made. Police have released surveillance images of the suspect in hopes that the public will recognize him. Anyone with information regarding this slashing is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential."
An 18-year-old male was approached outside 3 Times Square at about 1:30 a.m. on Nov. 1 and questioned about gang membership, police said. After the victim said he was not in a gang, a man slashed him across the face and fled. Midtown South Precinct officers transported the injured teen to Mount Sinai West, where he received treatment and was listed in stable condition. Authorities described the suspect as long-haired, wearing all black with white sneakers and carrying a red backpack. No arrests have been made, and surveillance images have been released while tips are requested.
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