Crime & Safety

NYPD: Suspect Used Racial Slur, Spit On Woman Returning Citi Bike

The suspected hate crime happened on July 20 around 4:30 p.m. when the woman was docking a Citi Bike on Avenue A, according to police.

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August 9, 2021

A man is wanted after he allegedly used a racial slur and spit on a woman in Manhattan.

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The suspected hate crime happened on July 20 around 4:30 p.m. when the woman was docking a Citi Bike on Avenue A, according to police.

Police released a picture of the suspect, who they said fled the scene after spitting in the 52-year-old’s face.

Find out what's happening in New York Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.


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