NEW YORK, NY – Police in New York City are actively searching for a mugger who violently attacked a 91-year-old man in an attempted robbery. The victim, Hyman Silverglad, was left with multiple injuries after bravely fighting off the assailant.
The assault occurred on February 1 on East 86th Street between First and Second Avenues at around 10:30 a.m. According to the police, the suspect was captured by surveillance cameras and was last seen fleeing the scene on foot. The NYPD’s 19th precinct has released a photo of the suspect and is asking the public for tips to locate him.
Silverglad was transported to St. Luke’s Hospital Medical Center with several fractures following the attack. In an interview with a local news outlet, Silverglad and his son, James, recounted the brutal assault, with Silverglad describing the pain and suffering he has endured as a result of the attack. Despite the injuries, the 91-year-old remained resolute, stating, “I had to fight for my life. Who wouldn’t put up a good fight?”
According to James, his father, a retired attorney from Coney Island, was known for his dedication to providing legal expertise to those who could not afford an attorney. Before retiring, he referred to himself as the “lawyer of last resort,” demonstrating his commitment to helping those in need.
The suspect, as captured in surveillance footage, remains at large, and the need for tips from the public to locate him continues. The incident has sparked a conversation about the safety of elderly individuals in the city and the need for greater protection for vulnerable members of the community.
As the search for the suspect continues, Silverglad’s story serves as a reminder of the resilience and bravery of individuals, like himself, who refuse to be victims in the face of adversity.