Unprovoked Subway Slashing Highlights Surge in NYC Transit Violence

A 46-year-old man was repeatedly slashed on a Manhattan subway, one of several recent attacks that have left New Yorkers feeling unsafe despite increased police presence.

• A 46-year-old man was attacked and repeatedly slashed by Angel Alvarado, 54, on a southbound No. 2 train at West 96th Street and Broadway early Tuesday morning.
• The victim sustained injuries to his neck, head, shoulder, and elbow and was taken to Mount Sinai Morningside for treatment.
• The suspect, who has a lengthy criminal history, was arrested at the scene and charged with assault and weapon possession; a knife was recovered.
• The attack follows a string of violent incidents in NYC's subway system, including slashing, shoving, and beatings, with at least seven reported in the past week.
• Despite a reported 36% drop in overall transit crime compared to the previous year, New Yorkers remain concerned, prompting the NYPD to deploy 700 additional officers for overnight subway patrols.

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