Police are searching for the suspect who randomly punched and injured a 94-year-old man inside the Upper East Side’s Apple Store.
What’s New: The unprovoked attack occurred Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at approximately 5:46 p.m. inside the Apple Store at 940 Madison Avenue on the corner of East 74th Street, according to the NYPD.
Catch Up Quick: The elderly victim was approached by an unidentified man who punched him in the face without warning, causing him to fall to the ground.
Deeper Dive: No words were exchanged during the assault, and the attack appears to have been completely random, Upper East Site reported. The suspect fled on foot, heading northbound on Madison Avenue.
The Details: Police describe the suspect as a male with slim build, standing approximately 6’0″-6’2″ tall. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, blue pants and tan shoes.
What’s Next: Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individual depicted in surveillance media. The case is being investigated by detectives from the 19th Precinct, which covers the Upper East Side area where the assault took place.
