44-year-old man attacked with glass bottle at Columbus Circle station

The suspect allegedly demanded a $1 from the victim before attacking him

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Man attacked with glass bottle at Columbus Circle subway station
The 44-year-old victim is in stable condition.

UPPER WEST SIDE, Manhattan (WABC) -- Police are looking for a suspect who attacked a man with a glass bottle in Manhattan on Wednesday.

The attack happened just after 10:15 p.m. at the 59 St-Columbus Circle subway station.

The 44-year-old victim was struck in the face with a beer bottle by the suspect who demanded a $1 from the victim.

The man suffered a minor cut to the head and was taken to Mount Sinai West Hospital. Officials say he is in stable condition.

The suspect fled the scene.

No arrests have been made.

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