Subway rider slashed in face with sharp object on Manhattan train during dispute

On Oct 28, 2021

UPPER EAST SIDE, Manhattan (WABC) — A man was slashed in the face during a dispute on a subway train in Manhattan Wednesday.

According to police, the incident happened just before 9:30 p.m. on a southbound 5 train at the Lexington Avenue and 59th Street station.

They say a male passenger was slashed in the face with a sharp object during a dispute.

It’s unknown what the dispute was about.

Authorities say 29-year-old Anthonia Egegbara, of Queens, is now charged with attempted murder.

The victim was taken to New York-Presbyterian Hospital, where he is expected to survive.

The male suspect was last seen wearing a blue sweatshirt and fled from the train at the 14th Street station.

No arrests have been made.

This is breaking news. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.