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NYU Student Attacked Walking to Class
2 Dec
Summary
- A student was randomly assaulted on her way to class.
- The attacker is reportedly a serial assailant on campus.
- The assault was captured on surveillance footage.
A shocking daylight assault occurred as a young New York University student, Amelia Lewis, 20, was walking to class on Broadway in Manhattan. Unidentified footage captured the moment a man approached her from behind, slapping her and pulling her hair, causing her to fall. Bystanders witnessed the incident before the assailant fled.
NYU staff identified the attacker as a serial offender on campus, according to Lewis. She described him as a tall white male with long brown hair and beard, wearing specific clothing, and urged the public to report him if seen. Lewis expressed her anger and fear, stating that students should feel safe walking to class, and questioned the safety measures in the city.
The New York City Police Department confirmed an active investigation into the assault. The incident has also drawn attention from public figures, including Megyn Kelly, a family friend, who shared the video and appealed for help identifying the perpetrator. Discussions around public safety and political responses to crime in the city have been highlighted.
