New York, NY – A 91-year-old man was the victim of a violent mugging in the Upper East Side neighborhood, which left him with multiple injuries. The New York Police Department confirmed the arrest of Christian Torres, 45, on Sunday, charging him with attempted robbery.
The incident occurred on Feb. 1, as Hyman Silverglad was walking on East 86th Street between First and Second Avenues around 10:30 a.m. Silverglad was pushed to the ground and punched while the suspect, allegedly Torres, attempted to take his wallet. After the attack, Silverglad was transported to St. Luke’s Hospital Medical Center with multiple injuries.
In an interview with WABC in New York, Silverglad and his son, James, recounted the brutal assault. Despite sustaining multiple fractures and enduring constant pain, the 91-year-old maintained, “I had to fight for my life. Who wouldn’t put up a good fight?”
Torres was arrested in the East Harlem neighborhood of New York City Sunday at approximately 10:15 a.m. Police confirmed that he had fled the scene on foot after the attack.
The arrest follows a series of violent muggings in New York City, raising concerns about the safety and security of residents, particularly the elderly. The incident has sparked a conversation about the need for increased vigilance in urban areas and better protection for vulnerable members of the community.
This arrest is a significant step in holding perpetrators of violent crimes accountable and ensuring that justice is served for the victims. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of community involvement in assisting law enforcement in solving crimes and maintaining public safety.