NYC Face-Slashing Attack: Suspect Arrested

A 25-year-old man, Joshua Zinberg, has been arrested for the unprovoked slashing of a tourist's face in a swanky New York City neighborhood. His own mother identified him from surveillance footage released by the NYPD.

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Zinberg, a resident of the Upper West Side, faces charges of second-degree attempted murder, first- and second-degree assault, and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon.

The Attack

The 55-year-old tourist suffered severe injuries to their left ear and cheek during the daylight attack. The incident occurred just days after another attacker, Ramon Rivera, went on a deadly stabbing spree that left three people dead.

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Zinberg's Arrest

Footage shows Zinberg leaving the precinct, engaging in a nonsensical rant and spitting at reporters.

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The arrest comes amidst growing concerns about public safety in the city. The swift identification and arrest highlight the importance of community involvement and the effectiveness of surveillance technology in solving violent crimes.