A man was arrested for assault charges after allegedly punching two people, including Hollywood actor Steve Buscemi, in separate incidents in New York City, according to police.
Key Points:
- Assaults in NYC: Both incidents took place on Third Avenue, with the first attack happening on May 8, just ten minutes before the second one.
- Victims: One of the victims was a 22-year-old man, and the other was Steve Buscemi.
- Suspect: Clifton Williams, 50, is facing charges of assault in the second and third degree for these attacks.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) reported that Williams allegedly punched Buscemi in the face while the actor was walking in midtown Manhattan. Earlier, about 11 blocks away, Williams is accused of punching the 22-year-old man. The condition of the younger victim remains unclear.
Steve Buscemi was treated at NYC Health and Hospitals/Bellevue. According to the NYPD, he suffered bruising, swelling, and bleeding to his left eye but was in stable condition. His publicist stated that Buscemi is another victim of random violence in the city and appreciates everyone's well wishes, though he's saddened by the incident.
Buscemi, born in Brooklyn, New York, is famous for his roles in movies like "Reservoir Dogs" and "Fargo" and TV shows such as "Boardwalk Empire" and "30 Rock."
The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office mentioned that Williams hasn't been arraigned yet, and no attorney information is available for him at this time.
These random attacks add to a troubling trend in New York City, where people have reported being assaulted without provocation while simply walking the streets.
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