Man bashes woman with his cane on NYC train, then walks: cops, DA

A disturbing incident unfolded over the weekend when a 75-year-old man viciously attacked a woman on a subway train in Manhattan. Leroy Davis targeted a 50-year-old female passenger who was engaged in a conversation with another person on a southbound No. 5 train at the 86th Street station on the Upper East Side. The altercation began when Davis abruptly told the woman to “Shut up!” This led to a heated dispute, with the victim reportedly becoming aggressive in response.

Davis proceeded to strike the woman multiple times with his cane, causing her to sustain several injuries, including a broken finger, cuts, and severe swelling on the left side of her face. The victim was rushed to Lenox Hill Hospital for treatment, where she received medical attention for her injuries. The assault left her with cuts on her arms and hands, as well as a laceration on the back of her head.

Following the attack, Davis fled the scene but was apprehended by law enforcement shortly afterward. He was charged with assault, criminal possession of a weapon, menacing, and harassment. Despite the severity of the charges, Davis was surprisingly released on his own recognizance the following day in Manhattan Criminal Court. This decision sparked controversy, especially since the victim had suffered significant injuries as a result of the assault.

During his arraignment, prosecutors recommended supervised release for Davis, citing his lack of prior criminal history. However, Judge Pamela Goldsmith opted to release him without bail, scheduling his next court appearance for August 14. The decision to grant Davis leniency has raised concerns about the safety of the community and the accountability of perpetrators in cases of violent crimes.