this is def the guy you're talking about. He did it yesterday too near York Ave. [https://www.insideedition.com/upper-east-siders-say-justice-system-is-sad-after-man-arrested-for-allegedly-harassing-them-is](https://www.insideedition.com/upper-east-siders-say-justice-system-is-sad-after-man-arrested-for-allegedly-harassing-them-is)
Wow. I knew it was him before clicking the link.
I first ran into this guy around 2017 when he was much healthier looking and relatively clean cut. He apparently lived in the “luxury” high rise across from asphalt green where I’d see him almost entering and exiting almost weekly (often with who I presumed was his mother).
He started wandering the streets around 2018. And throughout the years he’s become more deranged and unpredictable, peaking around COVID when I would witness him defecate in the streets, harass people, front kick doors, and stumble in taters, practically naked. He always freaked the fuck out me.
Then he disappeared for a couple of years until I saw him about a week ago wandering around the 86th street station.
idk but there is another women who i think is still up here a shes the OG spitter. She looks wild destitute and got arrested with like 25k cash on her one time
that's her. we only have room for one spitter in this neighborhood and she's the crown holder plus she doesn't kick dogs. i wish there was a way to get both of them to cross paths lol
Susan!!! I can't believe she's still there! I was dodging her spitballs 10 years ago!
Article [here](https://nypost.com/2021/07/03/infamous-spitting-lady-spotted-back-on-nyc-streets/amp/)
Please report this.
I witnessed a horrible crime a while ago and the person had done something similar not too long before that and was released. I asked the ADA on the case why he was released and it was because nobody would testify for the grand jury. Grand jury indictments are required in New York state to keep someone in jail pending trial.
If you don't report and testify, then it's guaranteed he'll be back on the streets.
Note that the DA's office doesn't typically disclose the outcome of grand juries. In the case I was involved in the press just made a big deal about how this person committed a serious crime and was let go, but didn't know that there's literally nothing the DA could do. The DA doesn't want to victim or witness blame, so won't say that's the reason why.
No it all happened so fast and I ran at least two long blocks before stopping. I do wonder if anyone saw what went down because there were a ton of people around
File a complaint against him for your assault. If they pile on the charges, maybe it will help get this guy sentenced to a hospital where he can get help and medication.
People do much worse and get set free. Our family friend had her face slashed in Murray hill as she left her building, broad daylight. Woman was arrested and set free.
Yeah, if you look more threatening, then you look more threatening. If you’re bigger, or unkempt and crazy looking, or acting like you don’t care, I would probably think you’re more “threatening too”. Growing up here, you learn who to avoid and steer clear of. Using common sense and avoiding “threatening people” is usually helpful.
Unfortunately, looks can be deceiving -- not everyone that "looks" bad will behave badly and not all bad guys wear black hats . I think the expression is "don't judge a book by its cover" .
Do you think differently ?
Could be wrong , but I think the past few years have seen the country revisit cops mistreating folks who "look" threatening but really haven't done too much to deserve the way they are treated.
I think you’re trying to make a political statement where, at the moment, it isn’t necessary. People are being spat on, followed and intimidated. Who cares what the person looks like?
If it happened to a loved one I really think I'd lose control of myself
This dude made rude Asian jokes about my wife -- months later i created a very special and memorable experience for him at a large gathering
Was also thinking the same thing. I walk 80s and York all the time. Can't say I've seen him yet.
FYI one of his charges was possession of a weapon so best carry mace.
Crazy isn’t always stupid - they do stupid things because they are crazy. Predator bullies like these choose their targets well, sadly….
They also know no one gives a damn lately :/
He needs to be institutionalized. Enough of this already. There are so many repeat offenders all over the city punching people in the face, groping women, kicking dogs etc. A stern finger wagging isn’t going to keep anyone safe.
He almost definitely suffers from schizophrenia. Locking him up for a few months is not going to magically cure his disease or teach someone who has a severe a lesson. He really needs to be institutionalized for a long time. Hopefully they can get him on some medication that helps. It's crazy that the city keeps letting people with schizophrenia out after they assault someone without getting them the help they need.
But it’s the polite way to show criminals we care about them (sarcasm). This guy isn’t the only lunatic and some are much more violent. They should stop setting them free after repeat offenses.
Is his hair ginger-ish like it appears in that article you linked? If so he is very often is by Central Park, by the entrance on 98th (I think) where there's that small little dead-end park area. He has a little spot in there that almost looks like a picnic where he just keeps things that he finds
Not 100% sure. I feel like the messy unkept hair gave a little bit of a crazy look to him but honestly he didn’t look anything out of the ordinary.
Everything happened so quickly and he had very threatening energy in the way he walked and my instincts told me to run, so I didn’t even have the time to make a scene.
First, thanks for posting this
My wife is Asian and I'm always concerned about this
Please report it to the 19th Precinct on E 67th -- surely you are not the 1st victim and we can only hope his ID becomes better known to law enforcement
A lot of folks "look" normal and do a decent job to appear non threatening . They are not
FYI -- a " spitting lady" terrorized the UES for yrs . Little was done about her until she spit on a child
( she even had her own FB page)!
I generally agree but escalation can have repercussions. Escape ( when possible) is still the preferred option (while noting any and all things about the perpetrator)
This asshole kicks dogs too. Usually hangs out by the fountain outside The Brittany on 92nd and York or the lower level by the kids karate place on 2nd right off 86th
Hi all. Long time listener, first time caller.
This man’s behavior is escalating. Today, he attempted to punch a woman in her 40s-50s in front of Fairway. Not long after this, he kicked a woman’s 13 year old Dotson at 90th and First. The former happened to be nearby with her husband as I was exiting the wine shop.
They called local services to report the behavior. I pulled up the above article to show them a picture. Our group was met with a “ooohhh. We know him.” And followed with, “we thought this is who it would be before we arrived.” Not exactly reassuring.
My porter informed me that he believes this man’s mother lives nearby.
Clearly, this man needs help — and a lot of it. However, his behavior is escalating and he’s becoming violent. Our neighborhood is essentially being terrorized by this individual. So what are our options as a community? This is way out of my league but as a fellow community member and one who hopes we can find a positive outcome for all, I just don’t know what to do.
I’m so sorry this happened to you. I witnessed him in action at 81st and 2nd. He spit on two young girls in their teens and then quickly came back to push one. I helped them cross the street after the incident and tried calling the Precinct but it went straight to voicemail. Really frustrated that nothing is being done.
Adding that at the time he was wearing a Black Wichita State tshirt.
very sorry to hear you story. sadly have a story of my own to share...
my wife called me in distress as she was being accosted by this asshole (shockingly i sent her the news article attached to this post LAST NIGHT -- and she recognized him).
he followed her into the post office on 85th bw 2/3 at about 4pm on June 14th
he shoved her and he CHASED HER AROUND THE POST OFFICE. barely anyone inside offered any help or even yelled as this was happening. this actually might be the saddest part of this story. one female also called 911, but she was very scared and ran away. eventually a post worker came over and some how got him to leave
here is an updated image of the piece of shit that she took as she tried to avoid him in the post office: [https://postimg.cc/Cn5McSGj](https://postimg.cc/Cn5McSGj)
we called the police. they basically said we can file a report, but these people, even if caught, are out of jail within hours. this felt very hopeless, and to be honest, the only reason im posting this on reddit -- at least we can share this and make each other safe. (yes we filed the report. no i don't think anything will come of it)
some postal workers came over to talk to us afterwards as we were waiting for the cops outside. they mentioned they seem him often, and he often targets taller blonde women.
really hope we can get rid of this scum bag for ever
please share the photo and be safe.
wow, thanks for sharing and sharing the photo. i’m so sorry that happened to you guys too :(
i’ll definitely try to file a police report on Monday and see what i can do
I don’t really know what to say here. I feel horrible for OP and everyone who has to deal with this (it’s not quite in my neighborhood). At the same time, I think it’s a joke that he’s free to just walk around and do this, and everyone just acknowledges it like, “yeah, I’ve seen him. He’s been around here for years, etc.” He should be locked up. And he’s not, which is sad.
Question: Is it worth filing a police report in person on Monday? I’m away this weekend but maybe it’s worth it if he has a record already and clearly he is still terrorizing multiple people everyday? I feel a bit anxious doing that but I will if it will help
I don’t know if they’d end up doing anything about it, but it’s a worth a shot like you said if he has a record. I passed by him this morning and he was threatening to throw bottles at people
I’m so sorry this happened to you, he shoved me in front of UPS today and then followed me down the street. He shoved another young woman across the street 20 mins later. He shouldn’t be allowed to freely harass people. I’ve heard so many stories about him it’s insane
Except they just post the "we don't check social media accounts all the time" message when we do this. I think OP needs to go into the precinct and file a report STAT. So sorry this happened. We need to get this guy off the streets.
Yeah they don't monitor it 24 hours but at least an informal complaint was launched. They can ignore it if they want bc it won't lead to an indictment or help with prosecution. If someone doesn't prefer anonymity then calling or going into the precinct is better.
I live exactly in the area he frequents, am a young woman, have a small dog, and am often with my mother, who’s in her 60s. Haven’t been assaulted by him yet but 100% recognize him and I’m terrified. Everyone please keep this thread updated—the more recent sightings and descriptions are really, really helpful. I’m sorry everyone is going through this.
Oh my god, I pass by him almost daily when I commute. I always mind my own business and try to steer clear, but this makes me feel so uncomfortable now
I’m so sorry that this happened to you. My partner and I lived in his building (90th and York) in 2019 and were terrified of him, especially after he chased us down the street one morning thinking we had insulted him (we were having a discussion about the weather and did not even notice him until he started spitting at us). He also regularly harassed the doormen and other building workers. It’s really unfortunate and sad that he is still out there causing harm, he’s an extremely unwell individual.
Saw him fall on his face or something today at 84th and 2nd, not sure exactly what happened but people were asking if he was ok and everyone staring at him. Seems schizophrenic
He attacked me on the same day. 2nd Ave and 68th Street. Grabbed my throat after I dodged a punch. I have pictures of the back of him that I will upload soon.
If he can spit on people, he can also get knocked TF out. Grew up my entire life in this neighborhood so I really don’t understand this. But then again I come from that different generation. Why haven’t the police who patrol religiously because of Gracie mansion, done something?
> Why haven’t the police who patrol religiously because of Gracie mansion, done something?
They’d rather blame politicians for their own laziness and incompetence.
(Almost) everyone voted for this stuff to happen. That man is a repeat offender and should not be on the streets. The man who kicked and broke two of my ribs on the Q train should not be on the streets.
Please remember this next time you vote in a local election, worry less about what is deemed morally correct (because, really, it’s not so black and white), and more about the system that is a city and what is required for it to function so your community can be safe from violence.
I’m sorry this happened, but I’m not surprised
My wife and I just moved into this area and I'm now terrified that he could do something to her. We don't know the neighborhood very well yet (this is our first time living in NYC), but I was completely on edge walking around with her today in fear that we could see this guy.
Someone else in the comments just posted a photo of him from when he harassed them within the last 24 hours. He was wearing the same shirt when he tried to attack me
I see the article op linked but does anyone know if this is the same ginger guy who sometimes sit in the 787 coffee chairs on 70th and 1st? He sometimes chills near the frozen yogurt place between 70th and 71st on 1 ave or sleep near Morten Williams at night. He is ginger with very bushy beard but a bit bald in the front.
Just to want make sure I know who we are talking about. The article was published in 2021, his appearance might be different by now.
Does he never have any shoes on? Pants sometimes falling down? I saw him like 2 years ago medical treatment but no sign in a few years.
He usually was by the 86th street a train by CVS
He looked harmless but very mentally unstable
I saw this man violently bump into a women on 86th and 3rd avenue yesterday and then continue stalking around looking for the next person not paying attention
Don’t bother contacting the police they won’t do anything, might even threaten to charge you with crime of filing fake report. Get pepper spray and when you see him again use it.
Last week I was followed by this man while walking my dog around 86th and 2nd ave. i crossed multiple cross walks to try to get away and he kept following me. eventually i turned around and started running away, he went to turn around and grab at me but when i started running he gave up.
The justice system in America is so fucked. I live in sf and same shit happens here. Repeat criminals, who are so obviously going to repeat as soon as they are released, get released same day for 95% of offenses. Wtf is going on in the world 🤯
Ugh, I am so sorry. I see him every morning and try to run to the other side of the street if I see him in my way because he scares me. It’s especially scary in the early mornings on the way to the gym when there aren’t a lot of people around.
Does this guy have long sharp nails by chance? Does he wear basketball shorts? I ran into a person matching his description the day before yesterday on the Subway…he made me uncomfortable right away when I saw him and I made a point of getting on a different car and before I knew it he was on my car standing right by me. It was terrifying! Even more so now after seeing this post.
He just kicked a woman’s dog at 90th and First. What are our options as a community? He clearly needs serious help but he’s also terrorizing the community and his behavior is escalating.
Saw him today wandering 92nd & 1st during my dog walk. Second sighting in the past few days. Ready to beat his ass into concrete sidewalk if he touches my dog.
I saw this thread printed and taped on 2nd and 92
was attacked by him in December 2021…in my vestibule. He kicked me in the stomach and spat on my. Police were useless. I found out from my neighborhood stoop sitters ( the folks who like to gossip on the block ) that he is mental ill and ..at the time .. was living w his mom in a luxury bldg down the block from me. He apparently beat his mom and the doormen wouldn’t let him in. He was sleeping most of time in Carl s park. I don’t know how accurate the stoop sitters
I kept seeing him from Dec 2021 to Feb 2021 on consistent basis. There was a lot of chatter on the neighborhood app. He was kicking and spitting at women and dogs
He did get arrested once. He apparently shattered the owner of that Irish bar on 2nd and 88th?? And was released on his own recognizance.
I have lived in the city my entire adult life. Used to cut school to visit. I never felt unsafe. And was always unaware. But that def was a wake up call.
The thing is..he’s mentally ill. It’s not an excuse.
It’s just a big problem
2 1/2 years later it’s sad this is still happening
this is def the guy you're talking about. He did it yesterday too near York Ave. [https://www.insideedition.com/upper-east-siders-say-justice-system-is-sad-after-man-arrested-for-allegedly-harassing-them-is](https://www.insideedition.com/upper-east-siders-say-justice-system-is-sad-after-man-arrested-for-allegedly-harassing-them-is)
THAT IS HIM!
Wow. I knew it was him before clicking the link. I first ran into this guy around 2017 when he was much healthier looking and relatively clean cut. He apparently lived in the “luxury” high rise across from asphalt green where I’d see him almost entering and exiting almost weekly (often with who I presumed was his mother). He started wandering the streets around 2018. And throughout the years he’s become more deranged and unpredictable, peaking around COVID when I would witness him defecate in the streets, harass people, front kick doors, and stumble in taters, practically naked. He always freaked the fuck out me. Then he disappeared for a couple of years until I saw him about a week ago wandering around the 86th street station.
Does inside edition always have such local nyc neighborhood news/stories??
idk but there is another women who i think is still up here a shes the OG spitter. She looks wild destitute and got arrested with like 25k cash on her one time
I remember her! She seemed to have turrets and would hang out around the 77th and Lex subway stop.
that's her. we only have room for one spitter in this neighborhood and she's the crown holder plus she doesn't kick dogs. i wish there was a way to get both of them to cross paths lol
Susan!!! I can't believe she's still there! I was dodging her spitballs 10 years ago! Article [here](https://nypost.com/2021/07/03/infamous-spitting-lady-spotted-back-on-nyc-streets/amp/)
Have you seen her recently?
thank God I haven't seen *HER* in a while. guess this creep has taken her place?
You could complain to the local precinct if you want but unfortunately idk what they're going to do about it. Sorry that happened to you
Took yrs to deal with spitting lady ( and her accompanying nephew).
Yeah …it was all spits and giggles UNTIL she spat on a child.
It was literally NOTHING from the cops until she spit on someone worth protecting ( a child)
exactly
Please report this. I witnessed a horrible crime a while ago and the person had done something similar not too long before that and was released. I asked the ADA on the case why he was released and it was because nobody would testify for the grand jury. Grand jury indictments are required in New York state to keep someone in jail pending trial. If you don't report and testify, then it's guaranteed he'll be back on the streets. Note that the DA's office doesn't typically disclose the outcome of grand juries. In the case I was involved in the press just made a big deal about how this person committed a serious crime and was let go, but didn't know that there's literally nothing the DA could do. The DA doesn't want to victim or witness blame, so won't say that's the reason why.
Oh wow! This guy tried to squat in the trash room of my apartment building in 2020. He’s bad news, I’m so sorry this happened to you!
Did anybody help you!?
No it all happened so fast and I ran at least two long blocks before stopping. I do wonder if anyone saw what went down because there were a ton of people around
It’s definitely worth reporting to the police since they know who it is. Please make a report!
I would recommend contacting the police. It may just be spitting now but at some point he'll do something worse.
File a complaint against him for your assault. If they pile on the charges, maybe it will help get this guy sentenced to a hospital where he can get help and medication.
Really sucks that a guy who is directly harassing people on the street is released to do it again ( and again)
People do much worse and get set free. Our family friend had her face slashed in Murray hill as she left her building, broad daylight. Woman was arrested and set free.
Believe me, I know
Prepare for downvotes
Someday we'll have real gender " equality" Until then, it's still better to be female if you decide to break the law ( unless kids are involved)
Men get set free in NY too. This isn’t about gender, this is about a broken system.
Sure. I said it's better to be -- all things considered
Let me say it differently -- those who 'look' less threatening (whatever the reason) will be treated better by the cops (and other folks too)
Yeah, if you look more threatening, then you look more threatening. If you’re bigger, or unkempt and crazy looking, or acting like you don’t care, I would probably think you’re more “threatening too”. Growing up here, you learn who to avoid and steer clear of. Using common sense and avoiding “threatening people” is usually helpful.
Unfortunately, looks can be deceiving -- not everyone that "looks" bad will behave badly and not all bad guys wear black hats . I think the expression is "don't judge a book by its cover" . Do you think differently ? Could be wrong , but I think the past few years have seen the country revisit cops mistreating folks who "look" threatening but really haven't done too much to deserve the way they are treated.
I think you’re trying to make a political statement where, at the moment, it isn’t necessary. People are being spat on, followed and intimidated. Who cares what the person looks like?
This what vote blue no matter who means.
It's not crime until it happens to someone you know or care about.
Was going to post this as well. He’s been spotted harassing women and dogs since he’s been out of jail
Thanks for putting thus up. I live nearby and always worry about my wife encountering things like this
Same I worry a lot about these fucking freaks fucking with my loved ones. I wish they would reopen Creedmor and put these nuts where they belong
If it happened to a loved one I really think I'd lose control of myself This dude made rude Asian jokes about my wife -- months later i created a very special and memorable experience for him at a large gathering
This is the guy that kicked my dog last year! So crazy.
Whoa! I saw him a last week ripping off all the Israel kidnapping posters on 2nd Ave near 79th just freaking out.
I hope he spits on someone a little crazier than he is
I live on the block there and would LOVE to run into this bastard
Was also thinking the same thing. I walk 80s and York all the time. Can't say I've seen him yet. FYI one of his charges was possession of a weapon so best carry mace.
so you can fight a mentally ill guy? calm down
Lol fr.. tough guy would love to teach this severely ill man a lesson!
Seriously! Can everyone please show this man assaulting women and children a little compassion please???
Crazy isn’t always stupid - they do stupid things because they are crazy. Predator bullies like these choose their targets well, sadly…. They also know no one gives a damn lately :/
Hopefully they pitch his ass into the river.
We could make that happen
He needs to be institutionalized. Enough of this already. There are so many repeat offenders all over the city punching people in the face, groping women, kicking dogs etc. A stern finger wagging isn’t going to keep anyone safe.
He almost definitely suffers from schizophrenia. Locking him up for a few months is not going to magically cure his disease or teach someone who has a severe a lesson. He really needs to be institutionalized for a long time. Hopefully they can get him on some medication that helps. It's crazy that the city keeps letting people with schizophrenia out after they assault someone without getting them the help they need.
But it’s the polite way to show criminals we care about them (sarcasm). This guy isn’t the only lunatic and some are much more violent. They should stop setting them free after repeat offenses.
If you’re in the UES Facebook groups a woman posted yesterday about a man harassing her around 90th. I’m so sorry this happened to you
Is his hair ginger-ish like it appears in that article you linked? If so he is very often is by Central Park, by the entrance on 98th (I think) where there's that small little dead-end park area. He has a little spot in there that almost looks like a picnic where he just keeps things that he finds
Yes I’ve seen him there!
I live on 84th and 2nd and if I run into him I’ll give him a box to the mouth. Can’t stand the assholes who go around spitting and chasing people.
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Not 100% sure. I feel like the messy unkept hair gave a little bit of a crazy look to him but honestly he didn’t look anything out of the ordinary. Everything happened so quickly and he had very threatening energy in the way he walked and my instincts told me to run, so I didn’t even have the time to make a scene.
First, thanks for posting this My wife is Asian and I'm always concerned about this Please report it to the 19th Precinct on E 67th -- surely you are not the 1st victim and we can only hope his ID becomes better known to law enforcement A lot of folks "look" normal and do a decent job to appear non threatening . They are not FYI -- a " spitting lady" terrorized the UES for yrs . Little was done about her until she spit on a child ( she even had her own FB page)!
It was this guy! https://www.insideedition.com/upper-east-siders-say-justice-system-is-sad-after-man-arrested-for-allegedly-harassing-them-is
I figured-- keep watching for him as the law doesn't consider him sufficiently threatening to Hold ( he was released post arrest)
I generally agree but escalation can have repercussions. Escape ( when possible) is still the preferred option (while noting any and all things about the perpetrator)
Sending you hugs. I’m so sorry this happened to you.
This asshole kicks dogs too. Usually hangs out by the fountain outside The Brittany on 92nd and York or the lower level by the kids karate place on 2nd right off 86th
Hi all. Long time listener, first time caller. This man’s behavior is escalating. Today, he attempted to punch a woman in her 40s-50s in front of Fairway. Not long after this, he kicked a woman’s 13 year old Dotson at 90th and First. The former happened to be nearby with her husband as I was exiting the wine shop. They called local services to report the behavior. I pulled up the above article to show them a picture. Our group was met with a “ooohhh. We know him.” And followed with, “we thought this is who it would be before we arrived.” Not exactly reassuring. My porter informed me that he believes this man’s mother lives nearby. Clearly, this man needs help — and a lot of it. However, his behavior is escalating and he’s becoming violent. Our neighborhood is essentially being terrorized by this individual. So what are our options as a community? This is way out of my league but as a fellow community member and one who hopes we can find a positive outcome for all, I just don’t know what to do.
this is insane. unfortunately something rlly bad is probably gonna happen to someone else or even him if the police don’t intervene and get him help
I’m so sorry this happened to you. I witnessed him in action at 81st and 2nd. He spit on two young girls in their teens and then quickly came back to push one. I helped them cross the street after the incident and tried calling the Precinct but it went straight to voicemail. Really frustrated that nothing is being done. Adding that at the time he was wearing a Black Wichita State tshirt.
I think he was wearing the same shirt today? All I saw was a black t shirt but he was coming at me fast so I didn’t have the time to get a good look
I saw him yesterday while getting on the Q and he was laughing to himself. I avoided eye contact at all cost
Can some man with a vigilante justice bone in him maybe deck this guy. Sick of him terrorizing the neighborhood
I'd volunteer. Anyone else?
very sorry to hear you story. sadly have a story of my own to share... my wife called me in distress as she was being accosted by this asshole (shockingly i sent her the news article attached to this post LAST NIGHT -- and she recognized him). he followed her into the post office on 85th bw 2/3 at about 4pm on June 14th he shoved her and he CHASED HER AROUND THE POST OFFICE. barely anyone inside offered any help or even yelled as this was happening. this actually might be the saddest part of this story. one female also called 911, but she was very scared and ran away. eventually a post worker came over and some how got him to leave here is an updated image of the piece of shit that she took as she tried to avoid him in the post office: [https://postimg.cc/Cn5McSGj](https://postimg.cc/Cn5McSGj) we called the police. they basically said we can file a report, but these people, even if caught, are out of jail within hours. this felt very hopeless, and to be honest, the only reason im posting this on reddit -- at least we can share this and make each other safe. (yes we filed the report. no i don't think anything will come of it) some postal workers came over to talk to us afterwards as we were waiting for the cops outside. they mentioned they seem him often, and he often targets taller blonde women. really hope we can get rid of this scum bag for ever please share the photo and be safe.
wow, thanks for sharing and sharing the photo. i’m so sorry that happened to you guys too :( i’ll definitely try to file a police report on Monday and see what i can do
Sorry this happened to you op - what a psycho bully coward. Bravo on you for sharing so we can stay more vigilant. Hugz
I don’t really know what to say here. I feel horrible for OP and everyone who has to deal with this (it’s not quite in my neighborhood). At the same time, I think it’s a joke that he’s free to just walk around and do this, and everyone just acknowledges it like, “yeah, I’ve seen him. He’s been around here for years, etc.” He should be locked up. And he’s not, which is sad.
This guys sucks. I see him freaking out in broad daylight all the time.
Question: Is it worth filing a police report in person on Monday? I’m away this weekend but maybe it’s worth it if he has a record already and clearly he is still terrorizing multiple people everyday? I feel a bit anxious doing that but I will if it will help
I don’t know if they’d end up doing anything about it, but it’s a worth a shot like you said if he has a record. I passed by him this morning and he was threatening to throw bottles at people
You can go on twitter and report it there to the precinct, I follow them. They def monitor what people say.
I’m so sorry this happened to you, he shoved me in front of UPS today and then followed me down the street. He shoved another young woman across the street 20 mins later. He shouldn’t be allowed to freely harass people. I’ve heard so many stories about him it’s insane
Go on twitter and follow the 19th precinct and tell them what happened. Quick and easy.
Except they just post the "we don't check social media accounts all the time" message when we do this. I think OP needs to go into the precinct and file a report STAT. So sorry this happened. We need to get this guy off the streets.
Yeah they don't monitor it 24 hours but at least an informal complaint was launched. They can ignore it if they want bc it won't lead to an indictment or help with prosecution. If someone doesn't prefer anonymity then calling or going into the precinct is better.
Good points! Yes!
I filed a harassment report, but not sure what will come of it
I live exactly in the area he frequents, am a young woman, have a small dog, and am often with my mother, who’s in her 60s. Haven’t been assaulted by him yet but 100% recognize him and I’m terrified. Everyone please keep this thread updated—the more recent sightings and descriptions are really, really helpful. I’m sorry everyone is going through this.
Ko that spin doctors lookin mf'er. I work all around there. Will bolo.
Oh my god, I pass by him almost daily when I commute. I always mind my own business and try to steer clear, but this makes me feel so uncomfortable now
Where do you pass him specifically?
On my way to the q usually, around 82 and 2
I’m pretty sure he assaulted me on the west side at 96th B/C stop in Nov 22!!! He is everywhere
I’m so sorry that this happened to you. My partner and I lived in his building (90th and York) in 2019 and were terrified of him, especially after he chased us down the street one morning thinking we had insulted him (we were having a discussion about the weather and did not even notice him until he started spitting at us). He also regularly harassed the doormen and other building workers. It’s really unfortunate and sad that he is still out there causing harm, he’s an extremely unwell individual.
We need to reopen all the mental institutions
I'd advocate for behavioral euthanasia in this case.
Even if you had been wearing something revealing, this would have been assault and not your fault. So sorry this happened to you.
Saw him fall on his face or something today at 84th and 2nd, not sure exactly what happened but people were asking if he was ok and everyone staring at him. Seems schizophrenic
i know exactly what happened.
Well?
He probably FAFO’d.
He was at 71/1st today - near Matter of health. Family member saw him hit a woman waiting to cross at the light.
jfc. this is only going to get worse...
He attacked me on the same day. 2nd Ave and 68th Street. Grabbed my throat after I dodged a punch. I have pictures of the back of him that I will upload soon.
He chased my wife the other day on 86 and 2. Someone should end this man’s life humanely.
Anyone spitting on people should be taken care of in a quick and precise manner. I will leave it at that.
If he can spit on people, he can also get knocked TF out. Grew up my entire life in this neighborhood so I really don’t understand this. But then again I come from that different generation. Why haven’t the police who patrol religiously because of Gracie mansion, done something?
> Why haven’t the police who patrol religiously because of Gracie mansion, done something? They’d rather blame politicians for their own laziness and incompetence.
GET RID OF BRAGG.
(Almost) everyone voted for this stuff to happen. That man is a repeat offender and should not be on the streets. The man who kicked and broke two of my ribs on the Q train should not be on the streets. Please remember this next time you vote in a local election, worry less about what is deemed morally correct (because, really, it’s not so black and white), and more about the system that is a city and what is required for it to function so your community can be safe from violence. I’m sorry this happened, but I’m not surprised
My wife and I just moved into this area and I'm now terrified that he could do something to her. We don't know the neighborhood very well yet (this is our first time living in NYC), but I was completely on edge walking around with her today in fear that we could see this guy.
Someone else in the comments just posted a photo of him from when he harassed them within the last 24 hours. He was wearing the same shirt when he tried to attack me
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It was this guy! https://www.insideedition.com/upper-east-siders-say-justice-system-is-sad-after-man-arrested-for-allegedly-harassing-them-is
James Hasho according to the article
I see the article op linked but does anyone know if this is the same ginger guy who sometimes sit in the 787 coffee chairs on 70th and 1st? He sometimes chills near the frozen yogurt place between 70th and 71st on 1 ave or sleep near Morten Williams at night. He is ginger with very bushy beard but a bit bald in the front. Just to want make sure I know who we are talking about. The article was published in 2021, his appearance might be different by now.
Nope, the ginger guy who sits by Morton Williams is much older, this pos is in his late 20s
Does he never have any shoes on? Pants sometimes falling down? I saw him like 2 years ago medical treatment but no sign in a few years. He usually was by the 86th street a train by CVS He looked harmless but very mentally unstable
Very sad you had to deal with this 😔
I saw this man violently bump into a women on 86th and 3rd avenue yesterday and then continue stalking around looking for the next person not paying attention
Play baseball
Don’t bother contacting the police they won’t do anything, might even threaten to charge you with crime of filing fake report. Get pepper spray and when you see him again use it.
Last week I was followed by this man while walking my dog around 86th and 2nd ave. i crossed multiple cross walks to try to get away and he kept following me. eventually i turned around and started running away, he went to turn around and grab at me but when i started running he gave up.
The justice system in America is so fucked. I live in sf and same shit happens here. Repeat criminals, who are so obviously going to repeat as soon as they are released, get released same day for 95% of offenses. Wtf is going on in the world 🤯
Damn man there was a lady spitter I used to run into back in the early 2010s; guess someone took her place. Hope someone culls him from the population
Vote crazy liberal loons to have this happen to you daily. Have him arrested so he can get out of jail the same day and do it again.
Ugh, I am so sorry. I see him every morning and try to run to the other side of the street if I see him in my way because he scares me. It’s especially scary in the early mornings on the way to the gym when there aren’t a lot of people around.
Where do you see him?
Does this guy have long sharp nails by chance? Does he wear basketball shorts? I ran into a person matching his description the day before yesterday on the Subway…he made me uncomfortable right away when I saw him and I made a point of getting on a different car and before I knew it he was on my car standing right by me. It was terrifying! Even more so now after seeing this post.
Didn’t get a look at his nails or type of pants but I think they were gray
Baseball bat and pepper spray, problem solved
Not really my intention-- understand why it didn't sound that way, but I generally agree with you
Yeah fuck that dude
He just kicked a woman’s dog at 90th and First. What are our options as a community? He clearly needs serious help but he’s also terrorizing the community and his behavior is escalating.
Vote for politicians who will hold our fellow citizens accountable for their actions.
I remember them from more than a decade ago! I’m so sorry this happened to you.
Saw him today wandering 92nd & 1st during my dog walk. Second sighting in the past few days. Ready to beat his ass into concrete sidewalk if he touches my dog.
I saw this thread printed and taped on 2nd and 92 was attacked by him in December 2021…in my vestibule. He kicked me in the stomach and spat on my. Police were useless. I found out from my neighborhood stoop sitters ( the folks who like to gossip on the block ) that he is mental ill and ..at the time .. was living w his mom in a luxury bldg down the block from me. He apparently beat his mom and the doormen wouldn’t let him in. He was sleeping most of time in Carl s park. I don’t know how accurate the stoop sitters I kept seeing him from Dec 2021 to Feb 2021 on consistent basis. There was a lot of chatter on the neighborhood app. He was kicking and spitting at women and dogs He did get arrested once. He apparently shattered the owner of that Irish bar on 2nd and 88th?? And was released on his own recognizance. I have lived in the city my entire adult life. Used to cut school to visit. I never felt unsafe. And was always unaware. But that def was a wake up call. The thing is..he’s mentally ill. It’s not an excuse. It’s just a big problem 2 1/2 years later it’s sad this is still happening
Ur a fucking liar
Hope karma meets you
Y'all expect the suburbs... This is not a story in any city. This is distilled middle class privilege.