Man Pushed Onto Tracks Returns to NYC Subway

Joseph Lynskey, a musician, has bravely returned to riding the New York City subway one year after being shoved onto the tracks at the 18th Street station on New Year's Eve 2024. He survived nearly nine minutes trapped beneath a train, inches from the electrified third rail.

Following the random attack, Lynskey endured extensive physical recovery and psychological challenges, including the fear of using the subway. He underwent months of exposure therapy, gradually reintroducing himself to the transit system by visiting stations and eventually boarding trains.

Lynskey's journey included revisiting places he loved, like attending concerts and visiting museums, which were only accessible by subway. His return to the subway was further motivated by the passing of his beloved dachshund, Leo.

Now, Lynskey has filed a lawsuit against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the city. He alleges negligence and a failure to implement safety recommendations, arguing that rider safety has been ignored for years. He advocates for better safety measures, comparing them unfavorably to new fare evasion gates.