January 6, 2026 It was supposed to be a peaceful autumn stroll through the world’s most famous park. Instead, a 69-year-old woman ended up in urgent care with a shattered elbow, the victim of a senseless and unprovoked attack that has left investigators—and the community—reeling.
On Monday, the NYPD released chilling images of a young suspect linked to a November 30, 2025, assault that proves no one is safe from "the knockout game" style violence, even in the "safest" parts of the city.
The Attack: No Words, Just Violence
The incident unfolded around 4:30 p.m. near the intersection of East Drive and 106th Street. As the victim enjoyed the afternoon air, she was approached by two young males. Without a single word or a hint of provocation, the pair lunged at her, violently shoving the senior to the pavement.
As the woman hit the ground, the duo didn't stop to help or look back—they vanished into the winding paths of the park, leaving her alone and injured.
A Shattered Life: The Toll of the Assault
While major crime in the Central Park Precinct is statistically rare—with only 24 felony assaults reported in all of last year—statistics offer cold comfort to this victim. After the attack, she was forced to seek emergency medical treatment for a fractured left elbow, an injury that can be life-altering for a person in their late 60s.
The Suspects: A 10-Year-Old "Brute"?
Perhaps the most disturbing detail of the case is the age of the perpetrators. Police are looking for two children who have displayed the aggression of seasoned criminals:
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Suspect 1: A male with a dark complexion, estimated to be just 14 to 15 years old. He was last seen wearing a gray "GAP" sweatshirt and black-and-white sneakers.
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Suspect 2: A male with a dark complexion, believed to be as young as 10 or 11 years old. He wore a gray hooded sweatshirt, a black jacket, and black pants.
