Steve Buscemi Assaulted in Manhattan: No Arrests Yet in Actor Attacks
May 13, 2024Steve 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.
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BBC News • May 13, 2024
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Steve Buscemi Is Punched in Random Manhattan AttackThe Guardian • May 13, 2024
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