Incident Overview

On a Monday afternoon, around 3 p.m., Brunson, who is reported to be homeless, attacked a 29-year-old woman with a bottle while she walked on Broome Street, near Wooster. Fortunately, the victim was not seriously injured and managed to flee the scene.

Shortly after this initial assault, Brunson targeted another woman, aged 25, using a broken bottle to slash her. This latter incident resulted in critical injuries, necessitating her immediate transport to Bellevue Hospital for treatment.

Charges Against Brunson

Following these disturbing attacks, the New York Police Department (NYPD) arrested Brunson. He is now facing multiple serious charges, including:

• Second-degree attempted murder
• Second-degree assault
• Third-degree criminal possession of a weapon

Brunson’s Criminal Background

According to insights from FOX 5 NY reporter Lisa Evers, Brunson has a troubling history of targeting women. Police records indicate that he has been involved in prior incidents, including:

• In October 2023, Brunson reportedly pushed a 30-year-old woman onto a moving subway train, from which she survived.
• A year before, he had been arrested for shoving a woman into a heavy metal pillar on the subway.

This pattern of behavior has raised significant concerns about public safety, particularly regarding female victims.

Community Reactions

The recent incidents have prompted community concern regarding women’s safety. One local woman expressed her feelings, stating, “Unfortunately, I just feel like, women especially have to be really on their toes about where they are and their surroundings and just, you know, being very cautious.” This sentiment underscores the heightened awareness and anxiety many feel in light of such violent occurrences.