A man was killed after witnesses reported he was pushed onto subway tracks and struck by a train in Midtown today, sources said. And police have released video of the victim that appears to show him arguing with the shoving suspect moments before the horrific tragedy.
Callers told 911 operators that the man was pushed onto the tracks and struck by a southbound N train in the station at West 49th Street and Seventh Avenue, around 12:30 p.m., sources said.
The victim, a 58-year-old Asian man, was rushed to St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital in critical condition, authorities said.
Witnesses told cops the suspect fled, sources said. The suspect was identified as a black male in his twenties with short dredlocks, wearing a white t-shirt and black beanie.
The suspect, described as a black male with dreadlocks, was also described as emotionally disturbed and was also overheard talking to himself.
Police shut down the station to interview witnesses, but cops don’t have anyone in custody yet.
Anyone with information in regard to this homicide is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at WWW.NYPDCRIMESTOPPERS.COM or by texting their tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.
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