MTA bus driver punched in the face in Brooklyn, suspect’s picture released
Feb 24, 2026
An MTA bus driver was punched in the face by a passenger while driving through Brooklyn, and the NYPD is asking for the public’s help tracking down the suspect.
The 53-year-old victim was behind the wheel of a B42 bus approaching Rockaway Parkway and Flatlands Ave. in Canarsie when the suspect soc
ked him following an argument around 5:50 p.m. on Feb. 14, according to law enforcement.
Medics brought the victim to Brookdale Hospital Medical Center for treatment.
The suspect exited the bus and fled northbound on Rockaway Parkway, cops said.
Police released surveillance images of a suspect last seen wearing a green jacket, black hooded sweatshirt, black pants and black sneakers.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS. All calls will be kept confidential.
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