Police seek help identifying subway attacker in Bronx

A 63-year-old woman was attacked while getting off a subway train in the Bronx. Police say she was pushed to the ground by a stranger at the Broadway-West 231st Street station. The incident occurred without warning as she exited an uptown No. 1 train. The assailant shoved her from behind and quickly fled on the same train. The woman sustained bruises to her face, elbow, and ribs. Medics treated her at the scene for her injuries. Authorities have released a surveillance image of the suspect. They are asking for the public’s help to identify him. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS. Calls will remain confidential.