Steve Buscemi, 66, was assaulted in Manhattan, sustaining injuries to his face.

The attack occurred on Third Avenue in midtown Manhattan on May 12, 2024.

No arrests have been made; the NYPD is conducting an investigation.

The incident reflects a concerning pattern of random attacks on actors in New York City.

Public dialogue is drawing connections between these assaults and the city's governance and criminal justice policies.

Buscemi's publicist reports he is recovering and has thanked the public for their support.