In a troubling incident that has sparked concern within the community, 35-year-old Brandon Harris has been arrested in connection with the alleged assault of an 82-year-old Asian woman, who was reportedly pushed onto the subway tracks last week. Charged with attempted first-degree murder and first-degree assault, Harris’s motives remain unclear as the investigation unfolds.

According to the police report from the 109th precinct, officers were dispatched on October 2nd after receiving an emergency call about an elderly woman in distress at the Main Street subway station. Upon their arrival, they discovered the woman lying between two subway cars on the tracks. She was quickly transported to NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, where she was assessed with minor head injuries and is currently reported to be in stable condition.

The NYPD Warrant Squad, along with detectives from the 109th precinct, apprehended Harris on October 4th. A police spokesperson explained that Harris allegedly approached the victim from behind and pushed her off the platform just as she was exiting the train before fleeing the scene. That evening, Harris was taken to Queens Hospital for a mental health evaluation.

Residing at 39-12 Main Street in Flushing, Harris is identified as an African American male. Authorities confirmed that there was no prior acquaintance between him and the victim before the incident. After the necessary detention procedures at the Jamaica Transit District 20, he was formally charged with attempted first-degree murder and first-degree assault.

At this stage, the motive behind Harris’s actions remains unclear, and the investigation is actively ongoing. The outcome of his mental health assessment is expected to significantly influence the forthcoming legal proceedings in this case.