NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department is asking for public for assistance in identifying the individuals involved in a hate crime assault that took place Saturday in Coney Island.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old male was attacked by a group of unidentified individuals on Saturday, April 15, 2023, around 2:20 p.m. inside 1716 Mermaid Avenue.
The group approached the victim, making anti-ethnic remarks and then struck him in the face and head. One of the suspects used a metal pipe in the assault. The victim was rushed to NYU Langone Hospital in stable condition.
The group of individuals fled the scene in a white pickup truck, and the Hate Crimes Task Force is investigating the case.
The NYPD is urging anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the suspects to contact the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). Spanish speakers can call 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips can also be submitted through the CrimeStoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or on Twitter @NYPDTips. All calls will be kept confidential.