Road rage maniac busted weeks after stabbing NYC cabbie, leaving him for dead: cops

An alleged road rage incident turned violent in the Bronx when a livery cab driver was stabbed by a man wielding a baseball bat. The suspect, Darin Dominick, 56, surrendered to authorities weeks after the attack on Osei “Ozzy” Kusi, 39, an immigrant from Ghana. The incident occurred at White Plains Road and Randall Avenue in Castle Hill in the early hours of November 26.

According to prosecutors, both vehicles were stopped at a red light when Dominick approached Kusi’s car and began banging on the driver’s side window with a baseball bat. Despite Kusi’s repeated pleas of “I don’t want to fight you,” the situation escalated, and Kusi found himself on the ground with a sharp object repeatedly striking his torso.

After the attack, Dominick got back into his car and drove off, leaving Kusi injured on the ground. Kusi was rushed to Jacobi Medical Center, where he received treatment for eight puncture wounds to his torso and a bleeding cut on his mouth. The severity of his injuries caused him to lose and regain consciousness multiple times during his treatment.

Dominick turned himself in at the NYPD’s 43rd Precinct and now faces charges of attempted murder, assault, menacing, and harassment. During his arraignment, Judge Anna Mikhaleva set his bail at $75,000 or bond at $250,000, despite prosecutors’ request for higher bail.

Fernando Mateo, spokesperson and founder of the New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers, expressed relief at Dominick’s surrender, emphasizing the importance of justice for the victim. Mateo highlighted the impact of the attack on the community and commended the swift action of law enforcement in apprehending the suspect.

Dominick has a history of prior arrests dating back to the 1990s, including charges for aggravated unlicensed operator, criminal mischief, and robbery. His next court appearance is scheduled for Christmas Day, where the legal proceedings will continue to unfold. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by hardworking individuals in the city and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable for their actions.